How much is the fine for driving while banned?

DRIVING a vehicle after being banned is an offence that could possibly result in a prison sentence.

So how many points could you get on your licence for operating a vehicle following a ban and how much are the potential fines?

How much is the fine for driving while banned?

After being disqualified from driving you cannot operate a vehicle on any road or public highway.

Driving while disqualified is a criminal offence and those accused often find themselves being fined or charged.

You are likely to be prosecuted for driving while disqualified, or without insurance, and will most probably have to attend court.

Courts can impose a custodial sentence, with up to six months behind bars — this can be extended to between 12 months and two years in extreme cases.

The courts may impose a fine instead, which can be up to £5,000.

An extension to an existing ban, up to six penalty points, a community service order or a curfew can also be imposed.

Previous offences are likely to be taken into account when determining the sentence.

Do you get more points on your licence?

Offenders can get another three to six penalty points added onto their licence.

However, it is more likely that the court will impose another extended period of disqualification.

The AA suggests that up to 800,000 drivers in the UK do not hold a valid licence.

Are you insured if you drive while banned?

No, you are not.

It is considered to be null and void.

No insurance company would have a disqualified driver as the policy holder.

If you drive while uninsured and end up in an accident you will very likely and up being fined, receiving points on your licence and being contacted by the police.