A Bill to increase the maximum sentence for a conviction of dangerous driving from two years to seven years; and for connected purposes
This bill would raise the maximum punishment for dangerous driving from two years to seven years for offences of dangerous driving, and may include related changes to other connected provisions. It is framed to tighten penalties for serious road safety offences and is currently at an early stage in the Commons. The proposal was introduced by Karl Turner of the Labour Co-op team.
The bill is at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee scrutiny and then further stages before potential passage to the Lords.
Generated 21 February 2026
This Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further.
The Bill had its first reading on 17 May 2011 through the ten minute rule. The second reading was expected on 28 October 2011 but was withdrawn.
If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsor Karl Turner.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
