Drink Driving Lawyer – Tweed Heads
Charged with Drink Driving? Get Advice Before Your Court Date.
If you have been charged with drink driving in NSW or Queensland, it is important to understand the consequences for your licence, your employment and your personal circumstances.
I have more than 35 years’ experience in legal practice and provide advice and court representation for drink-driving offences in Tweed Heads, the Northern Rivers and, where appropriate, the Gold Coast.
I can advise you about the charge, the available options, possible penalties and whether there are grounds to challenge the evidence or seek a more favourable sentencing outcome.
The laws relating to licence disqualification, suspension and restricted licences differ between NSW and Queensland. I will explain which provisions apply to your particular circumstances.
When you contact my office, you deal directly with me.
Call Carl Edwards on 0421 196 608 to discuss your matter.
Drink Driving Charges in NSW and Queensland
Drink-driving offences can have serious consequences, including fines, licence suspension or disqualification, and, in more serious cases, imprisonment.
I provide advice and representation in matters involving low-range, mid-range and high-range drink-driving charges, repeat offences, and licence suspension or disqualification.
The penalties and options available depend on the charge, your driving history and whether the offence occurred in NSW or Queensland. Obtaining advice before your court appearance can help you understand your position and prepare your case.
Licence Suspension, Disqualification and Work Licences
Losing your driver’s licence can affect your employment, family responsibilities and everyday life.
In NSW, drink-driving offences can result in immediate licence suspension, court-imposed disqualification and, in some cases, alcohol interlock requirements. Depending on the circumstances, there may be options to challenge a suspension or make submissions about the appropriate penalty.
NSW does not generally provide restricted work licences for drivers disqualified following a drink-driving conviction.
Queensland has different laws. Some drivers charged with eligible drink-driving offences may qualify to apply for a restricted work licence, subject to strict legislative requirements. These licences are not available in every case.
I can explain the rules that apply to your particular charge and advise you about the options available before your court appearance.
How I Can Help With Your Drink Driving Charge
If you have been charged with drink driving, I can review the circumstances of your case, explain the evidence against you and advise you about your options.
Depending on the circumstances, I can assist with:
- Advice about the charge and possible penalties.
- Reviewing police evidence and identifying any available defences.
- Preparing your case for court.
- Presenting sentencing submissions and relevant personal circumstances.
- Advising on licence suspension appeals, disqualification and interlock requirements.
- Other traffic law services
- Explaining whether you may be eligible for a restricted work licence in Queensland.
I have been practising law for more than 35 years and personally handle my clients’ matters.
If you have a drink-driving charge or an upcoming court appearance, contact me to discuss your circumstances.
Carl Edwards Solicitor
Phone: 0421 196 608
Preparing for Your Drink Driving Court Appearance
If you have been charged with drink driving, there are several things you can do before your court date to help prepare your case.
It is useful to obtain a copy of the police facts and any other relevant evidence, including the breath analysis certificate where applicable. You should also bring details of your driving history and any documents explaining how losing your licence would affect your employment or family responsibilities.
Depending on your circumstances, character references, evidence of completing a traffic offender education program and information about your personal circumstances may also be relevant to sentencing.
I can advise you about which documents are appropriate, what the court is likely to consider and how best to present your circumstances.
For further information about drink-driving offences and penalties in NSW, visit the NSW Government’s Drink and Drug Driving Penalties page.
