Q682: Where can I get some information on Advanced driving from?

Questions

• Do I have to report an accident to my insurance company?
• Do I have to report to the police an accident/collision that happened in a car park?
• Do the police prosecute failing to stop and report an accident in every case?
• Following a road traffic accident I exchanged details. I do not think the other person has got any insurance, what should I do?
• How long do I have to report an incident to the police?
• How long will it be before I hear from the police after I have reported an accident?
• How will accruing penalty points affect a newly qualified driver?
• I have been in a road traffic accident, nobody was injured and we both stopped, do I need to report it to the police?
• I have been in a road traffic accident, nobody was injured but the other party did not stop, do I need to report it to the police?
• I have been involved in a traffic accident/collision and I think I have an injury, do I need to report it to the police?
• I have just knocked over a cat and killed it, what should I do?
• I have knocked over an animal, do I have to report it to the police?
• I have missed a flight because of a road traffic collision on my way to the airport, the insurance company would like some proof. Can you help?
• My insurance company want the details of the other driver. How do I get them?
• What do the police class as an emergency/when can I call 999?
• What documents do I need to take with me to the station to report the accident?
• What is a notice of intended prosecution?
• What is 'Cash for Crash', how can I avoid becoming a victim and what do I do if it happens to me?
• What is the law in relation to using a mobile phone or other hand-held device whilst driving?
• Which station do I have to report the accident at?
• Are my L plates lawful?
• Can I listen to my MP3 or iPod player whilst driving a car or riding a bicycle?
• Can I sell my car on the road?
• Can I wear sunglasses whilst driving at night?
• Can my child use their electric scooter/go-ped/mini moto on the road or pavement?
• Can quad bikes be used on the road?
• Can you drive with a flag attached to your car window?
• Can you repair vehicles on the road?
• Do the police need a reason to stop me whilst I am driving?
• Does a pedestrian have right of way on a zebra crossing?
• How old do I have to be to drive a moped / car / motorbike?
• I have got to produce my documents but I am away on holiday/ on business and do not have the documents, what should I do?
• I have received a citation for driving offences to appear at court, what does that mean?
• I received a citation for driving offences, but I was not stopped by the police/do not own that car/don't drive, what can I do?
• I will be attending a cruise in your area, what advice can you give me?
• If I am issued a parking ticket must it be stuck on my windscreen?
• If I commit an offence whilst driving in the EU, can I be prosecuted by the authorities in that EU country when I return to the UK?
• If I tamper with my vehicle's number plate so it can't be read, is it illegal?
• Is it an offence not to carry all relevant documents when driving so they can be produced for a police officer upon request?
• Is it illegal to drive a car with a broken speedometer?
• Is it illegal to reverse a car onto a main road from a minor road?
• Is it illegal to use a CB or two way radio whilst driving?
• Is it legal to cover my car or motorbike whilst it is on the road?
• Is there a difference between the registered keeper and the owner of a vehicle?
• Is there a legal requirement to have a spare tyre and a jack in your car?
• Is there anyway I can find out who the owner of a car is?
• My MOT has expired can I drive my car to the garage for the MOT test?
• What are the requirements to legally drive a car in the United Kingdom?
• What are the rules in relation to advanced stop lines for cyclists at traffic lights?
• What class of vehicle is a double cab pick up?
• What does a green P plate on a car mean?
• What is an anti social behaviour order?
• What is the law relating to tyres?
• What should I do if I am at a red traffic light and there is an emergency vehicle behind me trying to get through?
• What should I do if there is an unmarked police car travelling behind me flashing me to stop?
• What types of vehicles are not allowed in the outside lane on the motorway?
• When can I use the horn in my car?