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Drivers face "devastating" consequences for an insurance mistake which could lead to fines, points and a fraud conviction. Motorists could be putting themselves at risk of insurance fraud when trying to save money on their premiums.

Two in three motorists said they have or would consider putting their child's car insurance policy in their own name. This is despite the illegal practice, known as "fronting", being illegal and classed as insurance fraud.

Fronting is when someone falsely claims to be the main driver of a vehicle on a car insurance policy . It’s a type of insurance fraud and can have serious consequences if you’re caught doing it.

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