Traffic Offences

In Western Australia, the safety of our roads is taken seriously.

The penalties for traffic offences are complex and are often prescribed by the circumstances of the offence. It is possible that a term of imprisonment can be imposed for the more serious traffic offences.

Legal representation may assist you to obtain a penalty that is below the maximum penalty.

If you are at risk of losing your driver’s licence and you rely on your licence for work or medical reasons, it is important to receive advice early. The waiting period to apply for an extraordinary drivers licence can range from 21 days to four months.

I can assist you to apply for an extraordinary drivers licence. I can assist you to apply for the removal of a drivers licence disqualification.

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  • It is important to understand the offence for which you have been charged and the penalties that can apply.

    It is important to understand the evidence that will be relied upon by the prosecution to prove the charge.

    It is important to receive legal advice at the earliest opportunity to secure the best available outcome in the circumstances.

  • There are a complex number of driving and traffic offences including:

    • Dangerous driving causing bodily harm or death

    • Dangerous driving

    • Careless driving

    • Reckless driving

    • Speeding offences

    • Using a mobile device whilst driving

    • Driving under the influence (drugs and alcohol)

    • Reckless driving in prescribed circumstances to escape police pursuit

    • Driving motor vehicle whilst legally disqualified

    • Driving without a valid motor driver’s license

    • Fail to stop when called upon to do so

    • Interfering with police officers

    • Provide false details

    • Refuse to provide sample of breath for analysis

    • Failure to identify driver or person in charge of a vehicle

    • Failure to stop after incident and render assistance

    • Failure to comply

    • Causing excessive noise/smoke

    • Breaching an Extraordinary Drivers Licence

  • I can provide detailed advice to you by:

    • assessing each charge against you and advising whether the charge has been properly laid

    • advising the strength of the case against you

    • consider the prospects of negotiating your matter to a lesser charge or making a submission to discontinue any or all charges

    • detailing the likely penalty for the charge should you be found guilty

    I can offer representation at all court hearings including bail, trial or sentencing.

    I can assist you to apply for an extraordinary drivers licence. I can assist you to apply for the removal of a drivers licence disqualification.