Drug Driving Lawyers Newtown

Our client was charged with driving with an illicit drug present. He was a professional driver and the sole income earner for his family, so licence loss would have had immediate financial consequences. We provided a clear preparation list, including a traffic offender programme, apology, character references, medical documents and work evidence. The material showed insight, the need for a licence and steps taken to avoid repeat conduct. At sentence, we submitted that a conviction would be disproportionate. The court accepted the material and finalised the matter without conviction, allowing the client to keep driving.

A client faced a drug-driving allegation and was worried about losing a licence needed for shift work. We reviewed the police facts, testing material, driving history and personal circumstances. The client completed a traffic programme and obtained counselling material and prepared references from work and family. At court, we focused on responsibility, rehabilitation and the practical effect of disqualification. The magistrate accepted that the client had taken the matter seriously and imposed an outcome that avoided the harshest practical consequences available in the circumstances.

A client contacted us after a positive roadside drug test led to a court attendance notice. The client did not understand the difference between a positive test and the legal issues that may arise at court. We explained the process, reviewed the paperwork and prepared material addressing work needs, family obligations and absence of similar history. We also advised on avoiding further driving risk before court. The matter was presented carefully at sentence, with the focus on insight and prevention. The client left court understanding the result and future licence obligations clearly.

A lawyer can prepare material and submissions aimed at reducing licence consequences where the court has discretion. The result depends on the law and facts.

Drug presence usually concerns a prohibited drug being detected. Impaired driving involves an allegation that the drug affected driving ability and may be treated more seriously.

Bring the Court Attendance Notice, police facts, test paperwork, driving record, work letter, references, medical material and any traffic course certificates.