Excess Weight / Overloaded Vehicle
The fines and penalties for overloaded vehicles, especially commercial vehicles, are considerable.
The law in this field is complex and the assistance of an expert motorists solicitor is always advisable.
Do you know that you are liable to prosecution if you drive an overloaded vehicle?
The legislation imposes fines of up to £5,000 for each offence; that is each overloaded axle plus any overloading on total weight. These fines can be imposed on you. It is not just your employer and/or the owner of the vehicle who may be liable. There is every possibility that if an overload is detected you will be prosecuted. You may also get 3 penalty points on your drivers licence.
Think of the problems you will have should your vehicle be prohibited. You will not be able to continue your journey until your load has been redistributed or the excess removed.
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