Judge Receives Nine Penalty Points for Speeding While Rushing to Court

Deputy District Judge Charles Crow has been issued formal advice for misconduct after accumulating nine penalty points on his driving license for three speeding offenses committed between November 2023 and March 2026. The Judicial Conduct Investigations Office (JCIO) confirmed the disciplinary action.

Crow apologized for his actions, stating he was embarrassed by his conduct and acknowledging that rushing to or from court had been a contributing factor to the offenses. He has pledged to implement changes to prevent future occurrences, including increased use of public transport, improved time management, and greater reliance on speed-limiting controls when driving.

The JCIO noted that Crow voluntarily reported the offenses and accepted responsibility, leading to fast-track misconduct proceedings. The Lady Chief Justice, Baroness Carr, and the Lord Chancellor, Alex Norris, agreed to issue the formal advice for misconduct.

Details regarding the specific locations of the speeding incidents and the extent to which Crow exceeded the speed limit were not disclosed. In the UK, drivers typically receive three penalty points for minor speeding infringements, with more serious offenses resulting in a higher number of points, fines, and potential disqualification.