Registered keepers of uninsured cars could be fined £1,000
Owners of uninsured cars could be charged up to £1,000 under new government proposals released today.
The new fine will affect all registered keepers of uninsured vehicles, not the current law which only punishes those caught driving one. What do you think of the change?
When an insurance policy has ended, a letter will be sent to the owner as a reminder.
If no action is taken after a month, the DVLA will issue a £100 fine (this can be reduced to £50 if paid within 21 days).
If the fine is ignored, the owner could be sentenced in court and hit with a higher £1,000 penalty.
Drivers who leave an uninsured car parked in the street could have it clamped or impounded.
To avoid a fine, the owner can declare Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) – but only if the car won’t be used or parked on a public road.
Motorists caught driving uninsured cars still face a maximum £5,000 fine and up to eight penalty points under current law.
What do you think of the new £1,000 fine for uninsured drivers? Have your say in the comments box below.
Dominic Sacco
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I think it’s good because in a lot of cities parking is difficult. Why should someone be using a space if they’re not using the car?
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