Our Roads Policing Department is supported by the Motorcycle Unit and the Crash Investigation Unit to help keep our roads a safe place to travel.
To report an abandoned vehicle, contact your local District, City or Borough Council. Abandoned vehicles cause an eye sore in our communities,...
An ‘abnormal load’ is a large or heavy load that has any of the following: a width of more than 2.9m (9’ 6”) a rigid...
The law defines a reportable road traffic collision as: an accident involving a mechanically-propelled vehicle on a road or other public...
Why we use ANPR Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology is used to help find criminals, organised crime groups and terrorists. ANPR...
Norfolk Constabulary has the following safety advice regarding water safety: Do not swim in the Broads, regardless of the...
Even if you have a current MOT, you may still be committing an offence if the condition of your car, or any of your vehicle parts, fall below the...
Valuables inside your car can be stolen if it is left unlocked, unguarded and on view. Thieves break into cars when they see mobile phones,...
There are certain rules that apply to cyclists in addition to the standard rules of road use for all vehicles. Most offences result in the minimum...
Highways England is responsible for the upkeep and removal of debris from trunk roads and motorways. Local authorities have responsibility for...
Driving whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs can seriously affect your ability to control your vehicle and your ability to...
Advice for driving in bad weather: Increase your distance behind other vehicles. Make sure that there is enough room...
A person can only drive on the road in the UK if they hold a current driving licence, either full or provisional, which is appropriate to the type...
Whilst most people who drive vehicles off-road do so lawfully and responsibly, a small minority damage the land and endanger the safety of other...
An unsecured motorcycle, scooter or moped is an easy target for thieves as they are relatively lightweight and can be wheeled away and lifted into...
There are several ways in which we deal with offences: roadside advice driver education courses fixed penalty...
Car Parks Breaking the rules within car parks is no longer a criminal matter; and the enforcement of the rules is carried out by Civil Enforcement...
There are a number of things that you should consider, check, and prepare before heading out on a journey of any length: Before...
Seatbelts are fitted in cars as a way to protect you and any other passengers from harm if the vehicle is involved in an accident. The rules on...
The laws that apply to cars and motorcycles also apply to: Segways hover boards quad bikes electric...
Excess speed for the conditions, or the limit, is one of the main reasons for accidental deaths and injuries on our roads. Speed limits are there...
All vehicles that are registered in the UK and used or kept on public roads must be taxed. A Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) must be in...
