Road Traffic Offences Fees & Transparency
Prices include VAT. Published in line with SRA Transparency Rules.
We aim to be clear and upfront about costs from the outset. This page shows what our fees typically cover, what may increase cost, and typical timescales. Your exact written quote will be confirmed before any work begins.
A) Magistrates Court — Fixed Fees (inc VAT)
The majority of road traffic offences are dealt with in the Magistrates Court. We offer fixed fees for most standard offences so you know exactly what you will pay before you commit.
| Offence / Service | Our Fee |
|---|---|
| Initial consultation (up to 1 hour) | Free |
| Speeding offence — fixed penalty / NIP response | From £300 inc VAT |
| Speeding offence — Magistrates Court representation | From £900 inc VAT |
| Drink driving (s.5 RTA) — Magistrates Court | From £1,440 inc VAT |
| Drug driving (s.5A RTA) — Magistrates Court | From £1,440 inc VAT |
| Careless driving (s.3 RTA) — Magistrates Court | From £1,020 inc VAT |
| Mobile phone offence — Magistrates Court | From £600 inc VAT |
| Failing to provide driver details (s.172) | From £600 inc VAT |
| No insurance / driving otherwise than in accordance with licence | From £720 inc VAT |
| Totting up / exceptional hardship argument | From £1,020 inc VAT |
What is typically included in the fixed fee
B) Crown Court — Indicative Fees (inc VAT)
More serious road traffic offences — including dangerous driving and fatal collision cases — are dealt with in the Crown Court. Fees are higher due to the complexity and length of proceedings. We will provide a written estimate once we understand the full facts of your case.
| Offence / Service | Our Fee |
|---|---|
| Dangerous driving — Crown Court | From £3,600 inc VAT |
| Causing death by dangerous driving — Crown Court | From £6,000 inc VAT |
| Causing death by careless driving — Crown Court | From £4,800 inc VAT |
| Fatal road traffic collision — Crown Court | From £6,000 inc VAT |
What may increase cost
Excluded unless agreed
C) Disbursements (Additional Costs)
Disbursements are costs payable to third parties on your behalf. These are in addition to our legal fees. We will always explain these before they are incurred and will not instruct third parties without your agreement.
| Disbursement | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Barrister / Counsel fees (where instructed) | Dependent on seniority and hearing length — we will advise before instructing |
| Expert witness fees (e.g. accident reconstruction) | Case dependent — typically £500–£2,500 |
| Medical / toxicology reports | Case dependent — typically £200–£800 |
| Court transcripts | Where required — set by HMCTS |
D) Who Will Handle Your Matter & Timescales
Who will handle your matter?
Your matter will be handled by a solicitor experienced in road traffic law and criminal defence. You will be told the name and experience level of the fee earner at the outset of your matter. We do not pass cases between handlers — you will have one point of contact throughout.
Where a barrister is instructed for Crown Court advocacy, we will introduce them to you in advance and explain their fees before any instruction is made.
How long will it take?
Fees FAQs
Facing a Road Traffic Charge?
Call us for a free initial consultation. We will assess your case, explain your options, and confirm the applicable fee — with no obligation to proceed.