Do not drive over the speed limit.
Only drive at the speed limit if it is safe to do so.
When approaching a new speed limit sign that is slower than the current speed limit, you should slow down to the new lower speed before reaching the new speed limit sign.
Speeding penalties
| Speed limit (mph) | Recorded speed (mph) | Recorded speed (mph) | Recorded speed (mph) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 21 – 30 | 31 – 40 | 41 and above |
| 30 | 31 – 40 | 41 – 50 | 51 and above |
| 40 | 41 – 55 | 56 – 65 | 66 and above |
| 50 | 51 – 65 | 66 – 75 | 76 and above |
| 60 | 61 – 80 | 81 – 90 | 91 and above |
| 70 | 71 – 90 | 91 – 100 | 101 and above |
| Fine = % of weekly income | Band A fine = 25-75% | Band B fine = 75-125% | Band C fine = 125-175% |
| Disqualification / points | 3 points | 7 to 28 days OR 4 to 6 points | 7 to 56 days OR 6 points |
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