Published: 04 Jan 2011
The prosecution of Michael Thompson 64, of Grimsby, Lincs, for wilfully obstructing a policewoman in the execution of her duty on July 21 last year ended in his conviction after a trial. He flashed his headlights about seven times to warn oncoming drivers heading towards Grimsby and so was pulled over by the police.
Mr Thompson felt it was his "civic duty" to warn other drivers of the mobile speed cameras ahead. The trial, which took half a day at Grimsby Magistrates Court, cost the Crown Prosecution Service at least £250 and three police officers were in court for much of that time.
We question the need to prosecute in these circumstances and M23LAW would relish the chance to represent on similar cases in England & Wales.
1 comment:
I haven't researched the law closely on this matter but I fail to see how he has obstructed the constable as a matter of law. To warn other motorists of his presence by flashing is no more, surely, than reminding people to obey the law. Quite how reminding people to obey the law is obstructing the police (save of course for perhaps adversely affecting their ability to meet their targets) is beyond me.
I hope that Mr Thompson appeals.
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