"In the Uk,there is no requirement(and never has been-police would issue a "producer"to carry your documents in the car."
I'm afraid that is not correct and is a modern day misconception.
The legislation actually states that it is an offence to fail to produce DL, Ins, MOT and Vehicle Registration Document when requested by a Constable at the time. You should be reported for the offence at the time.
However the legislation states that providing the relevent document is produced within 7 days OR as soon as practicable OR in any event before proceedings are commenced there will be no further action.
The reality and good practice is/was that 7 day producers were issued. Developments in technology has allowed databases to be checked at the roadside so all is good.
However the original legislation is still in place.
So for all those Youtube barrack room lawyers the first 'in' for the Police to ruin there day can be the failing to produce at the time.
Last edited by: Fullchat on Tue 18 Jun 19 at 18:34
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