Commentary on Sections

Section 10 - Powers of inspection

19.This section provides that an inspector who detains a vehicle or enters a vehicle or premises may inspect the vehicle or premises; inspect, take copies of and remove from the vehicle or premises any documents or records relating to the provision of learner transport; and inspect any other item and remove it from the vehicle or premises.

20.A person who obstructs an inspector without reasonable excuse is guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding level 4 on the standard scale (currently £2,500).