Road Traffic Act 1972
| Act of Parliament | |
| Long title | An Act to consolidate certain enactments relating to road traffic with amendments to give effect to recommendations of the Law Commission and the Scottish Law Commission. |
|---|---|
| Citation | 1972 c. 20 |
| Territorial extent | |
| Dates | |
| Royal assent | 30 March 1972 |
| Commencement | 1 July 1972 |
| Other legislation | |
| Amends | |
Status: Amended | |
| Text of statute as originally enacted | |
| Revised text of statute as amended | |
| Text of the Road Traffic Act 1972 as in force today (including any amendments) within the United Kingdom, from legislation.gov.uk. | |
The Road Traffic Act 1972 (c. 20) is an act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom. It consolidates earlier road-traffic legislation and introduces provisions governing driving offenses, licensing, insurance, vehicle use, and road-safety powers.