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Driver Caught Again After Ban; Faces Extended Penalty

2/11/2026

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Richard Brooks, a 54-year-old from North Yorkshire, was caught driving minutes after a six-month ban for using a mobile phone while driving.
Brooks' ban was extended to 18 months, and he received a 12-week suspended sentence, 150 hours of community service, and a fine.
Durham Police emphasised the seriousness of driving while disqualified and noted the broader issue of about 1.5 million active driving bans in the UK.

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Story summary

Richard Brooks, a 54-year-old from North Yorkshire, was caught driving minutes after a six-month ban for using a mobile phone while driving.
Brooks' ban was extended to 18 months, and he received a 12-week suspended sentence, 150 hours of community service, and a fine.
Durham Police emphasised the seriousness of driving while disqualified and noted the broader issue of about 1.5 million active driving bans in the UK.