Driving Conviction Codes

Drivers can be charged for a wide range of driving convictions. Each conviction has its own code that will remain of your driving licence for some time. How long it remains on your licence for depends on several factors.

The impact of getting a conviction can differ, with some making it difficult to find cover. Here at Peart Performance Marque, we will work closely with you to help you find cover after a driving conviction.

For more information about how driving conviction codes could impact you, please call us in Lancaster, Lancashire on 01524 938 470 or 0330 024 0167.

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What are the UK Driving Conviction Codes?

Officially known as endorsement codes, these can stay on your licence for a minimum of four years up to 11 years. This is usually in the case of serious offences, such as death by dangerous driving.

Drivers with convictions on their licences can face a number of difficulties, including insurance. Peart Performance Marque specialises in Convicted Driver Insurance and can help you find a policy depending on your circumstances.

Below are some of the official driving conviction codes we specialise in.

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If you are convicted of driving or attempting to drive over the legal alcohol limit, your DR10 endorsement remains on your licence for 11 years. You will also receive 3 to 11 points on your license.

A DR20 conviction means you have been found guilty of driving or attempting to drive while unfit through alcohol. Unfortunately, this conviction can make it more difficult to obtain affordable car insurance.

A DR30 endorsement is issued if you have been convicted of driving or attempting to drive, then failing to provide specimen for analysis. This can make things more difficult when trying to obtain an insurance quote.

You will receive a DR31 conviction if you have refused permission for analysis of a specimen that was taken without your consent while incapacitated after driving or attempting to drive.

You will receive a DR40 conviction code if you have been convicted of being in control of a vehicle while under the effects of alcohol. If you receive this endorsement, it can be very difficult to obtain affordable insurance.

If you have been convicted of being in charge of a vehicle while unfit through drink or drugs, you will receive a DR50 endorsement. This conviction can make it extremely difficult to obtain affordable car insurance.

If you are convicted of a DR70, you have refused to provide a specimen for a breath test on the roadside without a reasonable excuse. This conviction can make it difficult to find reasonably priced insurance.

A DG60 endorsement is issued if you have been convicted of causing death by careless driving with a drug level above the limit.

When you are convicted of driving or attempting to drive while unfit through drugs, you will receive a DR80 endorsement. If you receive this conviction, it will be a challenge to get back on the road.

If you are caught driving a vehicle uninsured against third party risks, you will receive an IN10 endorsement.

If you have been convicted of driving while disqualified, you will receive a BA30 endorsement. When your disqualification comes to an end, you will find it difficult to obtain affordable car insurance.

If you are convicted of causing death through driving while disqualified, you will receive a BA40 endorsement. When your disqualification comes to an end, your insurance premiums will drastically rise.

If you have been convicted of causing serious injury by dangerous driving, you will receive a DD10 endorsement.

If you have received a DD40 conviction for dangerous driving, you will find it a challenge to obtain affordable insurance.

If you receive a DD60 endorsement, you have been convicted of committing manslaughter or culpable homicide while driving.

If you have been convicted of death by dangerous driving, you will receive a DD80 endorsement.

You will receive a DD90 endorsement if you have been convicted of furious driving.

If you have been caught driving otherwise than in accordance with a license, you will have received an LC20 conviction.

If you have been convicted of driving after making a false declaration about your fitness when applying for a licence, you will receive an LC30 endorsement.

You will receive a LC40 endorsement if you are found to be driving a vehicle without notifying a disability.

If you receive an LC50 endorsement, you will require specialist insurance. Although it may be an innocent mistake, it will make it difficult to obtain insurance.

If you are convicted of leaving a vehicle in a dangerous position, you will receive an MS10 endorsement. This means you will need to seek a specialist broker.

If you are convicted of an unlawful pillion riding offence, you will receive a MS20 endorsement. With this, you will need to seek help from a specialist broker.

You will receive an MS50 conviction if you have been caught racing on the highway.

If you are found to be driving a vehicle with uncorrected defective eyesight, you will receive a MS70 endorsement.

Driving without due care and attention features endangerment of the public and other road users. If convicted, you will get three to nine points on your driving license for four years.

If you are convicted of driving without reasonable consideration for other road users, you will receive a CD20.

If you are found having driven without due care and attention or without reasonable consideration for other road users, you’ll require CD30 car insurance.

If you are convicted of causing death through dangerous driving while unfit through drink, you will require CD40 car insurance. With this endorsement, you will find it difficult to find a decent quote.

You will require CD50 car insurance if you are convicted of causing death through careless driving while unfit through drugs. This will make it difficult to obtain affordable car insurance.

If you are convicted of causing death through careless driving while your alcohol level is above the limit, you’ll receive a CD60 endorsement.

If you are convicted of causing death through careless driving while failing to supply specimen for analysis, you will need CD70 car insurance.

If you are convicted of causing death through careless or inconsiderate driving, you will receive a CD80 conviction.

If you are convicted of causing death by dangerous driving when you shouldn’t be driving, you will receive a CD90 endorsement.

Similar to DR10, DG10 is driving or attempting to drive over the specified drug limit, legal or illegal. Your endorsement will remain on your license for 11 years and you will receive 3 to 11 points.

Failing to stop after an incident can lead to an AC10 conviction. Any driver involved in an accident must stop and remain there until all required details have been taken. If convicted, the endorsement remains on your license for 4 years and will receive 5 to 10 points.

An AC20 conviction is often accompanied by an AC10 conviction. If you are involved in an accident, you must stop and give your details. If you leave the scene and fail to submit the particulars or report the accident within 24 hours and are caught, you will receive an AC20 endorsement.

You will receive an AC30 endorsement is you are convicted of ‘undefined accident offences’. This will make it difficult to find a competitive insurance quote.

If you are caught driving whilst disqualified by order of court, this is an arrestable offence. Your BA10 endorsement remains on your license for 4 years. Furthermore, you will receive 6 points on your license.

A TT99 endorsement tracks the points you have gained and must remain on your licence for 4 years. If you build up 12 or more points within 3 years, you will be disqualified under ‘totting-up’.

You will receive a DR61 endorsement if you have refused to provide permission for analysis of specimen taken without your consent when incapacitated in circumstances other than driving or attempting to drive. With this conviction, you will find it very difficult to get back on the road.

You will receive a DR60 endorsement if you fail to provide specimen for analysis in circumstances other than driving or attempting to drive. This can make it difficult to obtain affordable car insurance.

Drivers convicted of being in charge of a vehicle with a drug level above the legal limit will receive a DG40 conviction.

If you receive a DR90 endorsement, you will have been charged with being in control of a car while unfit through drugs.

TT99 is when someone is disqualified from driving because they have ‘totted up’ 12 or more penalty points in the space of three years.

If you are convicted of driving while disqualified, you will receive a BA60 endorsement. Once this comes to an end, you may find it difficult to obtain cheap car insurance, or even a reasonable price.

If you have been convicted of the aggravated taking of a vehicle, you will receive a UT50 endorsement.

You will receive an MS30 endorsement if you have been caught committing play street offences, such as driving down a road officially closed as a playground or recreational space.

If you commit an offence that is not covered by any other conviction code, you will receive an MS60 endorsement.

If you have been convicted of refusing to submit an eye test, you will receive an MS80 endorsement. This means you will be an increased risk, making it harder to get back on the road.

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For more details about how we can help with your driving conviction codes, call our team in Lancaster, Lancashire on 0330 024 0167.