Has the Traffic Commissioner called you to a Driver Conduct Hearing?

Driver conduct hearings can be unnerving experiences. Having to answer difficult questions and give evidence in a public court is never easy. 

Call us now on 0115 9106239 – we offer a free initial consultation for drivers.

What can happen at a Driver Conduct Hearing?

The Traffic Commissioner has the power to:

  • Revoke your vocational licence
  • Suspend your licence
  • Issue you with a formal warning

Your outcome will depend on a number of things,

First of all, how serious the allegations against you are. Second, how you have responded to them, and thirdly, how well you can present your case. Often, allegations which at first can appear very serious will turn out to be less serious once the full facts are properly explained. Similarly, the Traffic Commissioner may ask you about your employer, and how they manage their drivers.

Why you should seek the advice of a transport solicitor

Whatever the circumstances, our transport lawyers take a friendly, pragmatic and professional approach to representing you.

  • We offer a free initial consultation.
  • Our team will review your call-in letter and any other evidence against you.
  • We’ll then advise you on the likely outcome
  • We’ll go on to suggest steps you can take before the hearing to improve your prospects: for instance, further training.
  • Finally, we’ll attend with you at your hearing and help to present your case. Above all, we will seek to persuade the Traffic Commissioner to deal with your matter as leniently as possible.

Reasons you can be called to a Driver Conduct Hearing

You can be called to a Driver Conduct Hearing for the following reasons:

  • You have used a mobile phone whilst driving
  • Committing drivers’ hours and tachograph offences
  • Receiving penalty points for speeding or other offences
  • Driving an overloaded vehicle
  • Failing to stop after an accident
  • Recent criminal convictions
  • Roadside prohibitions have been issued to you

We understand that proceedings of this kind can be stressful. Ultimately, your licence, your livelihood and your reputation are at stake.

Speak to one of our transport lawyers on 0115 9106239 for a free initial consultation or email transport@keepmeontheroad.co.uk.