CD30 is a UK driving endorsement for driving without due care and attention or without reasonable consideration for other road users.
A CD30 conviction is a motoring conviction for careless or inconsiderate driving. GOV.UK lists CD30 as “driving without due care and attention or without reasonable consideration for other road users”. It carries 3 to 9 penalty points.
The offence is linked to section 3 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. In simple terms, careless driving means the standard of driving fell below what would be expected of a careful and competent driver. The Crown Prosecution Service gives examples such as driving too close to another vehicle, turning into another vehicle’s path, or being avoidably distracted while driving. You can read more in the CPS guidance on driving offences.
CD30 is similar to CD10 and CD20. CD10 is for driving without due care and attention. CD20 is for driving without reasonable consideration for other road users. CD30 can cover either or both parts of the offence.
A CD30 conviction can lead to points, a fine, and sometimes a driving ban. The Sentencing Council guideline for careless driving says the court must endorse the licence and may disqualify the driver. If the driver is not banned, the normal points range is 3 to 9 points.
The court will look at the facts of the case. A short lapse of attention may be treated differently from driving that is close to dangerous driving. Harm, injury, damage, vulnerable road users, and poor vehicle condition can all affect how serious the offence is.
A CD30 conviction can also matter if you already have points. GOV.UK says drivers can be banned if they get 12 or more penalty points within 3 years. New drivers face a lower limit. If they get 6 or more points within 2 years of passing their first test, their licence will be revoked.
For DVLA driving record purposes, CD30 usually stays on the record for 4 years from the offence date.
Insurance disclosure can be different from how long points show on a driving record. GOV.UK guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act says some road traffic endorsements may become spent after 5 years, or 2.5 years if the person was under 18. It also explains that where more than one sentence or penalty applies, the longest rehabilitation period is used. You can check the government guidance on rehabilitation periods.
Because of this, you should not assume a CD30 no longer matters as soon as it no longer shows on your online driving record. It is important to answer each insurer’s questions with care.
A CD30 conviction may affect your car insurance or van insurance. Insurers may look at the conviction code, points, offence date, claims history, vehicle, use of the vehicle, and any other drivers on the policy.
The effect can vary. Some insurers may offer cover with different terms or a higher premium. Others may not offer cover, depending on the full details.
MoneyHelper says you only need to disclose convictions if asked, and that spent convictions do not usually need to be declared when applying for insurance. It also explains that insurance can be harder or more costly to arrange with an unspent conviction. You can read its guide to getting insurance with a conviction.
When buying or renewing consumer insurance, customers must take reasonable care not to give wrong or misleading information. The Financial Ombudsman Service explains how insurers may deal with misrepresentation and non-disclosure, including cases where an insurer believes incorrect information was given.
An insurer or broker may ask for:
They may also ask about claims, vehicle use, mileage, modifications, where the vehicle is kept, and who the main driver is.
Before getting a quote, it can help to check your driving record. GOV.UK lets you view or share your driving licence information, including penalty points and disqualifications.
We arrange convicted driver insurance for drivers with many types of motoring conviction. That can include drivers with a CD30 conviction.
We do not underwrite every policy ourselves, and we cannot promise that cover will be available. Acceptance, price, policy terms, and claims decisions depend on the insurer and the full details.
What we can do is help you explain your driving history clearly and look for options from insurers who may consider convicted drivers.
A CD30 conviction is for careless or inconsiderate driving. It usually means 3 to 9 penalty points and can sometimes lead to a driving ban. It normally stays on your driving record for 4 years from the offence date.
For insurance, disclosure depends on what the insurer asks, whether the conviction is spent, and the policy terms. Always give accurate details when asked.
