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6/22/2010
Michael Holly, Solicitor
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VerifiedIt is a difficult charge to defend if you hit a vehicle from behind albeit causing only minor damage since the assumption is that you were driving too close or too fast or simply not paying attention. The location of the accident does not alter these assumptions.
You can expect a fine and penalty points but are unlikely to lose your licence since it is clear of any previous points
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