Mid-Range Drink Driving – No Conviction, Licence and Employment Preserved

Our client was charged with mid-range drink driving after returning a blood alcohol reading that placed the offence within the mid-range category under New South Wales law.

He worked full-time as a truck driver and relied on his licence to perform his duties. If convicted, he faced a mandatory period of disqualification followed by a twelve-month interlock order. Because his role involved rotating between different trucks daily, complying with the interlock program was not possible. A conviction would have cost him his job.

One of our highly experienced criminal lawyers prepared the matter thoroughly for sentencing. We gathered strong character references, assisted the client with a written apology, and obtained evidence of his employment history and otherwise clean driving record. The client also completed a recognised Traffic Offenders Rehabilitation Program, demonstrating insight and a commitment to safe driving moving forward.

At Sentencing, we made clear submissions regarding the unique challenges posed by the interlock order and the impact of a conviction on the client’s livelihood. The Magistrate accepted that the matter could be finalised without proceeding to conviction. The client was placed on a Conditional Release Order.

He avoided a criminal record, kept his licence, and was able to continue working without interruption.