Mr Khattak’s client, KG, was charged with Dangerous Driving, Driving whilst more than double above the alcohol limit and Possession of an Offensive Weapon. The case involved a police pursuit on the M6 whilst travelling at approximately 120 mph. Mr Khattak was able to successfully argue against an immediate custodial sentence. His client received a total of 12 months imprisonment suspended for 18 months.

A news article on this case can be found here: https://www.expressandstar.com/news/crime/2019/10/19/drink-driver-overtook-police-on-m6-at-120mph/

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