Driving Offences: Police Station Attendance Notes
Motoring allegations at the station often involve specimen procedures, MGDDA documentation, and precise timing. Your note should record what procedure was followed, what was disclosed, and client instructions on the driving account.
Procedure and disclosure
Record breath, blood, or urine procedures as disclosed — machine type, readings, rights under the Road Traffic Act, and whether a second specimen was offered. Timing of driving and of specimen provision matters — capture disclosed times accurately.
Consultation themes
Clients may dispute driving, reading accuracy, post-incident drinking, or medical conditions. Record instructions and advice on technical defences without guaranteeing outcomes — note what evidence would be needed later.
- Alleged driving and location
- Specimen type and readings disclosed
- Procedural steps and rights explained
- Client account on consumption or driving
- Interview approach agreed
Outcome
Charge decisions may include immediate court dates. Record bail to appear and any driving disqualification warnings given in general advice terms. Flag need for specialist motoring advice if firm policy requires.
Frequently asked questions
Should I copy MGDDA forms into the note?
Summarise key readings, times, and procedural points. Attach copies to the firm file if obtained. The note should identify what was reviewed.
What if the client was not interviewed?
Record why — charge without interview, release under investigation, or NFA. Some motoring cases turn on procedure alone; still document advice given.
Are these custody or voluntary attendances?
Either. Record the attendance type correctly for billing. Voluntary attendances after charge invitation still need full notes.
Structure every attendance from the first call-out.
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