Speeding & Driver's Licence Suspension
The previous AARTO ruling was much higher (106 kph in a 60 zone). Now it is down to 90 kph.
SPEEDING- LICENCE SUSPENSION AUTOMATIC
In terms of amending legislation just brought into effect, your driver's licence will be suspended if you are convicted of exceeding the speed limit: -
- By more than 30 km/h "in an urban area", or
- By more than 40 km/h "outside an urban area or on a freeway".
The length of suspension will depend on whether you are a first offender or not. The minimum suspension periods are: -
- 6 months on a first offence,
- 5 years on a second offence,
- 10 years on a third or subsequent offence.
Note that the court has no discretion to waive suspension or reduce the minimum suspension period unless it is satisfied that there are circumstances "which do not justify" doing so.
Critically, these circumstances (which must be attested to on oath) must relate to the offence - this is a new requirement, and will mean that your personal circumstances (e.g. reliance on a driver's licence for your employment) can no longer be taken into account.
If you are accused of speeding over the above limits, take advice before admitting anything!