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Do you need a drink or drug driving lawyer or DUI lawyer now? Have you been charged with a drink driving offence? Were you caught with a DUI? Did you have illicit drugs in your system?
TYPES OF DRINK DRIVING OFFENCES
There are many categories of drink driving offences, which can be very confusing:
- Novice Range PCA
- Special Range PCA
- Low Range PCA
- Mid Range PCA
- High Range PCA
DUI (based on observations of your behaviour rather than blood-alcohol levels).
You can rely on your DUI Lawyer at Criminal Lawyers Group. The senior lawyer working on your DUI case will clearly explain the drink driving charges against you, advise you of the best approach and represent you in court. In fact, we’ll do everything possible to defend you against your drink driving charge, and help you keep your licence.
Our solicitors are experts at obtaining section 10 dismissals for Driving Under the Influence. For DUI offences, we offer fixed fees with no hidden extras.
If you have been charged with drink driving in Sydney and have to attend court, our drink driving lawyers are here to help. Drink driving matters are serious offences and it’s important to have our drink driving lawyers to assist you. Don’t do it alone – contact us today.
Leading Drink Driving Lawyers
Do you need a drink or drug driving lawyer or DUI lawyer now? Have you been charged with a drink driving offence? Were you caught with a DUI? Did you have illicit drugs in your system?Â
If you have been charged with drink driving in Sydney and have to attend court, our drink driving lawyers are here to help. Drink driving matters are serious offences and it’s important to have our drink driving lawyers to assist you. Don’t do it alone – contact us today.
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You can leave us your details and we will call you back as soon as possible. Â We are available over the phone where you can have your questions answered straight away. This phone call is at no cost to you. We will be able to provide a fixed fee and get the ball rolling quickly. Our drink driving lawyers will guide you each step of the way.
Charged with drink driving and don’t know where to start?Â
Our Drink driving lawyers will explain the initial steps to prepare for court for your drink driving charge. We strongly recommend contacting us today to discuss your case and we will provide a clear plan of attack to get the best result for your drink driving case.
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If you are charged with a DUI, drink driving or drug driving offence, the penalties are serious. There is even a judgement guideline for high range drink driving offences. Convictions and disqualifications can be common, however our drink driving lawyers will do their best to get you the best possible result. We thrive on getting successful results for our clients.
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Our drink driving lawyers will guide you each step of the way. Drink driving offences can carry mandatory interlock device orders as well as disqualification periods. These orders vary depending on the range you are caught in as well as whether it is a first or second offence. Our drink driving lawyers will fight for you in court by presenting your best possible case to the magistrate deciding on your case. Our drink driving lawyers have a proven track record of getting the best results for our clients.
We know that being charged with a drink driving offence is daunting, and it may be your first experience of attending court but our Sydney drink driving lawyers will protect and guide you through this process. Our Sydney drink driving lawyers can provide you with the assistance and advice to ensure you know what penalties and suspension periods you face.
We will explain the documents that we will need like reference letters, as well as programs you should complete like the traffic offenders program, which will assist in reducing your penalty. Further, If you feel you want only a senior drink driving solicitor experienced in drink driving offences to represent you in court, we will ensure we arrange only a senior drink driving specialist lawyer for a face-to-face free initial consultation and representation.
How Much Can I Drink Before Driving?
It is illegal to drink alcohol while driving. This can amount to a DUI Offence doesn’t require a specific blood alcohol concentration percentage (BAC), nor is the prosecution required to get an expert to prove the amount of BAC to prove any driving impairment.
For DUI charges (section 112(1)(a) Road Transports Act 2013 (NSW)), the court may hear evidence of any bystander’s (or police officer’s) observation(s) as to the extent an accused person was under the influence to prove the charge, namely that he/she was under the influence while driving.
The case of DPP v Ridley [2015] NSWSC and DPP (NSW) v Kirby [2017] NSWSC reflects these very points.
It’s generally recommended not to drive on the same day you consume alcohol.
So, what’s the drinking limit in NSW or how much can you drink and drive in Australia?
Alcohol stays in the body for varying periods of time depending on the body type, gender, age, period(s) of time when alcohol was consumed, whether it was consumed on an empty stomach or full stomach, and the type of alcohol consumed.
The BAC starts to increase after consuming alcohol, and often continues to rise for up to 2-hours after you stop drinking.
It’s therefore extremely risky to put a number on how many drinks you can have before driving.
Contact Criminal Lawyers Group on 0424 230 074 or via email at info@criminallawyersgroup.com.au if you have been charged with a traffic offence. Our team is committed to obtaining the best results for your case, ensuring that you receive comprehensive legal support every step of the way
Top Drink Driving Lawyers
At Criminal Lawyers Group Parramatta, we offer the finest legal representation for Drink Driving matters.
Our Drink Driving Lawyers deal with all drink driving serious offences that can result in imprisonment. It is important to obtain legal representation when charged with a drink driving offence from our team at Criminal Lawyers Group.
Penalties for drink driving offences include:
- On the spot fines
- Court imposed fine
- Good behaviour bonds
- Full-time imprisonment
- Disqualification periods and an interlock order
The court will take into consideration:
- Traffic history
- Subjective material
- Circumstances of offence and any mitigating or aggravating factors
Contact Criminal Lawyers Group on 0424 230 074 or via email at info@criminallawyersgroup.com.au if you have been charged with a traffic offence. Our team is committed to obtaining the best results for your case, ensuring that you receive comprehensive legal support every step of the way.
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Novice Range PCA – Drink Driving
This is normally P Plate or L plate drivers who have a reading of 0.00 – 0.019.
First Offence
Automatic disqualification of 6 months which can be reduced to 3 months.
Second Offence or Subsequent Offence
Automatic 12 months which can be reduced to 6 months.
It is important to obtain advice from our drink driving specialist lawyers to discuss your case.
Special Range PCA – Drink Driving
To have committed a Special-Range PCA Drink Driving offence, there must be a reading between 0.02 – 0.049.
First Offence
Automatic disqualification of 6 months, which can be reduced to 3 months.
Second Offence or Subsequent Offence
Automatic disqualification of 12 months, which can be reduced to 6 months.
It is important to obtain advice from our Drink Driving Specialist Lawyers to discuss your case.
Low Range PCA – Drink Driving
To have committed a Low-Range PCA Drink Driving offence, there must be a reading between 0.05 and 0.079.
First Offence
Automatic disqualification of 6 months, which can be reduced to 3 months.
Second Offence or Subsequent Offence
Automatic disqualification of 12 months, which can be reduced to 6 months with a 12-month interlock device.
It is important to obtain advice from our Drink Driving Specialist Lawyers to discuss your case.
Mid-Range PCA – Drink Driving
To have committed a Mid-Range Drink Driving offence, there must be a reading between 0.08 – 0.149.
First Offence
Automatic disqualification of 6 months, which can be reduced to 3 months with a 12-month interlock device.
Second Offence or Subsequent Offence
Automatic disqualification of 9 months, which can be reduced to 6 months, with a 2-year interlock device.
It is important to obtain advice from our Drink Driving Specialist Lawyers to discuss your case.
High-Range PCA – Drink Driving
To have committed a High-Range Drink Driving offence, there must be a reading of 0.150 or higher.
First Offence
Automatic disqualification of 9 months, which can be reduced to 6 months, with a 2-year interlock device.
Second Offence or Subsequent Offence
Automatic disqualification of 12 months, which can be reduced to 9 months, with a 4-year interlock device.
It is important to obtain advice from our Drink Driving Specialist Lawyers to discuss your case.
Refusal of breath/blood/drug test
Refusal or failure to submit to tests in NSW involves declining breath, blood, or drug tests when lawfully requested by authorities. Â Convictions for refusal to submit can have severe consequences, making expert legal representation crucial. Criminal Lawyers Group Parramatta specialises in defending individuals facing charges for such refusals. We strive to secure the most favorable outcomes, whether through proven defences or mitigating penalties, providing steadfast support to individuals navigating the complexities of refusal or failure to submit to tests charges.
Driving under the influence
The police do not require a reading for this offence. They need to show that your driving was affected.
First Drink Driving Offence
| PCA Level | Maximum Fine | Disqualification | Interlock | Imprisonment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novice | $2,200 | MAX: 6 months MIN: 3 months | N/A | Not applicable |
| Special Range | $2,200 | MAX: 6 months MIN: 3 months | N/A | Not applicable |
| Low Range | $2,200 | MAX: 6 months MIN: 3 months | N/A | Not applicable |
| Mid Range | $2,200 | MAX: 6 months MIN: 3 months | 1 year on interlock | Maximum of 9 months |
| High Range | $3,300 | MAX: 9 months MIN: 6 months | 2 years on interlock | Maximum of 18 months |
Second Or Subsequent Drink Driving Offence
| PCA Level | Maximum Fine | Disqualification | Interlock | Imprisonment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novice | $3,300 | MAX: 3 months MIN: 1 month | 1 year on interlock | Not applicable |
| Special Range | $3,300 | MAX: 3 months MIN: 1 month | 1 year on interlock | Not applicable |
| Low Range | $3,300 | MAX: 3 months MIN: 1 month | 1 year on interlock | Not applicable |
| Mid Range | $3,300 | MAX: 9 months MIN: 6 month | 2 years on interlock | Maximum of 12 months |
| High Range | $5,500 | MAX: 12 months MIN: 9 months | 4 years on interlock | Maximum of 2 years |
Sydney drink driving lawyers
Our drink driving lawyers will guide you each step of the way. Drink driving offences can carry mandatory interlock device orders as well as disqualification periods. These orders vary depending on the range you are caught in as well as whether it is a first or second offence. Our drink driving lawyers will fight for you in court by presenting your best possible case to the magistrate deciding on your case. Our drink driving lawyers have a proven track record of getting the best results for our clients.
We know that being charged with a drink driving offence is daunting, and it may be your first experience of attending court but our Sydney drink driving lawyers will protect and guide you through this process. Our Sydney drink driving lawyers can provide you with the assistance and advice to ensure you know what penalties and suspension periods you face.
We will explain the documents that we will need like reference letters, as well as programs you should complete like the traffic offenders program, which will assist in reducing your penalty. Further, If you feel you want only a senior drink driving solicitor experienced in drink driving offences to represent you in court, we will ensure we arrange only a senior drink driving specialist lawyer for a face-to-face free initial consultation and representation.
Contact Criminal Lawyers Group on 0424 230 074 or via email at info@criminallawyersgroup.com.au if you have been charged with a traffic offence. Our team is committed to obtaining the best results for your case, ensuring that you receive comprehensive legal support every step of the way
Steven Mercael​
Principal Lawyer​
Frequently Asked Questions
Our area of expertise includes traffic and criminal lawyer. We have a team of experienced drink driving specialist lawyers who are dedicated to providing high-quality legal services to our clients.
In certain circumstances a no conviction result can be obtained.
In certain circumstances there is possibility of receiving a term of imprisonment. It is important to be represented by a solicitor from our team to assist with your case.
The Alcohol Interlock Program is a court-ordered requirement for some drink driving offenders. It is designed to reduce drink driving offending in NSW. All drivers convicted of mid-range, high-range, repeat and other serious drink-driving offences in NSW are required to have an interlock installed.
Yes, in certain circumstances you can seek an exemption of having an interlock device fitted to your car however you must keep in mind that the periods of disqualifications will vary to a higher range. Exemption includes hardship in affording the device or others forms of hardship as a result of having an interlock device fitted.
Please contact us if you cannot find an answer to your question.