subject: Sensible Ways To Avoid Speeding Tickets [print this page] The most obvious tip to avoid getting a speeding ticket is not to drive, however this simply is just not feasible for the majority of the UK population. And if the public transport option is also not a viable one then maybe these tips on avoiding getting caught for speeding may help you.
1.When all else fails, the best way to avoid a speeding ticket is to avoid speeding in the first place. In pretty much all cases not going over the speed limit will help you avoid being caught for speeding! This may be a piece of obvious advice, and maybe you thought you would be getting a more in depth tip on speeding ticket avoidance, however it is the most obvious tip and should be top of your list. Keep an eye out for road signs as you drive, and stick within the limits.
2.This tip is more helpful, and also helps with the safety of your vehicle. If you are someone who speeds on a regular basis and intends on continuing down this path then at least make sure your vehicle doesn't draw any further attention. Do this by making sure your brake lights work correctly and make sure your wing mirrors, indicators and head lights all work correctly before setting off. Fix small issues like cracked windows and use some touch up paint if your car needs it. Keeping it clean and up to date will help you avoid the eyes of the law.
The use of mobile speed cameras has been popular due to the flexibility and range of use they offer. Despite a strict set of rules and regulations, there is much proof that officers have been operating illegally to increase revenue. If a driver is caught speeding and believes the camera which spotted them was placed illegally they have no right to appeal unless they can provide evidence, although this is not at all a guarantee.
4.Pay attention to speed cameras. These are the big yellow boxes that are hard to miss, when you see one, slow down. Furthermore many areas with ongoing road works have average speed traps, where your car is caught on camera as you enter the speed trap and again on the way out. If you travel the distance between too quickly you have obviously broken the average allowed speed and will be fined.
5.Play follow the leader, that is stay within 50 -100 yards of the car in front. If you are both over the limit, common sense tells the police officer that the lead car is the one driving the fastest and that is the car that will be pulled over.
