Facing a drink driving charge in Kingaroy can be a daunting experience, but having the right legal representation can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. With numerous lawyers offering their services, finding the best one for your situation requires careful consideration and research. Here are some essential steps to help you find the right drink driving lawyer in Kingaroy to defend you against a drink driving charge: Expertise: Look for a lawyer or law firm with expertise in handling drink driving cases specifically. While general practitioners may offer legal services, a lawyer with specialized knowledge and…

Introduction For truck drivers, a single misstep of being charged with a traffic offence can have far-reaching consequences, not only for their careers but also for their personal lives. Among the most serious traffic offences are drink and drug driving. These offences carry severe penalties and can devastate a truck driver's livelihood. This blog post delves into the implications of these laws, offering insights and practical advice for truck drivers charged with drink or drug driving in Queensland. The Seriousness and Implications of Drink and Drug Driving in the Trucking Industry Truck drivers hold a unique position on the roads,…

If you've recently faced traffic law charges or traffic offence in Queensland and are concerned about losing your licence, you may be considering applying for a work licence or special hardship licence in Queensland. These licences can be essential for maintaining your livelihood, but the process of obtaining one can be complex and fraught with legal pitfalls. The question then arises: should you get a lawyer for your application? The short answer is yes, and here’s why. Understanding Work Licences and Special Hardship Licences Work Licence A work licence, also known as a restricted licence, allows Queensland Drivers convicted of…

In the bustling world of trades, mobility is not just a convenience; it's a necessity. Tradespeople rely on their ability to travel from site to site, carry essential tools and sometimes even transport team members. However, facing a licence suspension can bring this vital mobility to a grinding halt, potentially jeopardizing livelihoods and ongoing projects. This is where the special hardship licence may become an essential option for Queensland tradies. What is Special Hardship Licence? A special hardship licence or special hardship order is a licence issued when you exceed 2 demerit points on a good driving behaviour period or…

A new bill introduced into Queensland Parliament would allow the police to issue penalty infringement notices (tickets) to people found low range drink driving. The ticket carries with it two options, accept a mandatory 2 month disqualification or elect to go to court. What the proposed law says Currently if a driver is caught low range drink driving they are issued a notice to appear in court. Low range drink driving is a reading between .05 and .099. The court can currently disqualify a persons licence for between 1 and 9 months for a first offence and impose a fine…

This article seeks to expand upon what conditions the Court can impose on a person if they grant them a restricted licence under section 317 of the Transport Operations (Driver licencing) Regulation 2021. This article, is not an overview of Special Hardship Orders – we have a comprehensive article here. What conditions can the court impose on me? There are conditions which the court will impose that are common regardless means of a hardship licence you are seeking (work or other purposes). The court will authorise the applicant to: Continue to drive a motor vehicle of the class that you…

Facing a drink driving charge in Caboolture can be a daunting experience, but having the right legal representation can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. With numerous lawyers offering their services, finding the best one for your situation requires careful consideration and research. Here are some essential steps to help you find the right lawyer to defend you against a drink driving charge: Expertise: Look for a lawyer or law firm with expertise in handling drink driving cases specifically. While general practitioners may offer legal services, a lawyer with specialized knowledge and experience in traffic and…