DUI (Drink Driving) Lawyers In Sydney
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What Are The Fees For DUI Lawyers in Sydney?
Legal costs depend on the type of drink or drug driving charge, the court, and how complex the evidence is. We offer fixed fees for many Local Court stages and clear staged pricing for defended hearings or appeals. Eligible clients can use payment plans that follow key dates in the case. Your free 30-minute consultation sets out the scope of work, inclusions, realistic timelines, and likely next steps. We explain disbursements such as subpoenas, expert reports, interpreters, and transcript fees before you decide. Where hardship is a factor, we consider reduced fees or limited pro bono assistance, subject to capacity. You receive a written estimate and a simple milestones calendar so you can plan with confidence.
Case Studies On DUI Approach For Sydney
Our Sydney DUI practice is practical and evidence-driven. We check the lawfulness of the stop and test, examine device records and hospital protocols, and look for proof issues from the start. Where it is appropriate, we negotiate for reduced charges, fair facts, or program-based outcomes that protect your record and licence. If your matter is defended, we settle a clear strategy, brief any experts, and prepare you and your witnesses carefully. Throughout, you receive frank advice about prospects, clear goals, and a checklist for courses, references, and documents that support your case.
Mid Range PCA 0.134 Resolved Without Conviction
Our client recorded a 0.134 reading after a work function. We moved quickly with a Traffic Offenders Program, apology, and strong references that showed insight and remorse. We prepared targeted submissions about the early plea, clean driving record, employment needs, and low risk of reoffending. The court made a Conditional Release Order (CRO) without conviction, which is a good behaviour order that avoids a recorded conviction. The client kept their licence, stayed in work, and avoided an interlock period that would have threatened their job.
Low Range PCA: CRO Without Conviction
The client was charged with low-range PCA after consuming alcohol at a social event. We organised completion of the Traffic Offender Program, counselling confirmation and strong character references. Submissions focused on early plea, insight and a low risk of reoffending. The court imposed a Conditional Release Order (CRO) without conviction, avoiding a criminal record and limiting licence consequences.
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Your Step By Step DUI Case Process With Our Sydney Lawyers Guiding You
Your matter is managed with clear milestones and plain English updates. We map legal elements, preserve evidence, and test procedures early. Negotiations target withdrawal, downgrades, or fair facts where appropriate. When pleading, we build sentencing material that shows insights, rehabilitation, and work needs. When defending, we challenge unreliable proof so the court hears relevant tested evidence only.
Urgent Legal Advice
Our DUI lawyer Sydney team acts fast to stabilise risk. We confirm your court date at the Downing Centre, check bail and any licence suspension, explain your right to silence, and map a simple timeline.
Free Case Review
In a free case review with a Sydney DUI lawyer, we request early disclosure, obtain the breath or blood analysis, preserve CCTV or dashcam, collect references, organise documents, and diarise key deadlines.
Brief of Evidence Analysis
Your Sydney DUI lawyer tests the brief line by line. We examine the stop, demand, and testing process, equipment calibration, statutory time limits, and any medical issues that may affect readings.
Defence Strategy
Guided by your DUI lawyer Sydney, we prepare targeted representations, explore charge negotiations, compile persuasive subjective material, arrange courses like the Traffic Offender Program, and plan a proportionate sentencing pathway if needed.
Court Representation
Experienced DUI lawyer Sydney advocates issue subpoenas, prepare witnesses, rehearse evidence, finalise references, compile the court bundle, confirm attendance, and conduct readiness reviews before each listing.
Outcome Secured
After court, your DUI lawyer Sydney explains orders, interlock requirements, and appeal windows, sets reminders, plans compliance, and schedules check-ins with timely follow-up.
Your Step By Step DUI Case Process With Our Sydney Lawyers Guiding You
Your matter is managed with clear milestones and plain English updates. We map legal elements, preserve evidence, and test procedures early. Negotiations target withdrawal, downgrades, or fair facts where appropriate. When pleading, we build sentencing material that shows insights, rehabilitation, and work needs. When defending, we challenge unreliable proof so the court hears relevant tested evidence only.
Step1
Urgent Legal Advice
Our DUI lawyer Sydney team acts fast to stabilise risk. We confirm your court date at the Downing Centre, check bail and any licence suspension, explain your right to silence, and map a simple timeline.
Step2
Free Case Review
In a free case review with a Sydney DUI lawyer, we request early disclosure, obtain the breath or blood analysis, preserve CCTV or dashcam, collect references, organise documents, and diarise key deadlines.
Step3
Brief of Evidence Analysis
Your Sydney DUI lawyer tests the brief line by line. We examine the stop, demand, and testing process, equipment calibration, statutory time limits, and any medical issues that may affect readings.
Step4
Defence Strategy
Guided by your DUI lawyer Sydney, we prepare targeted representations, explore charge negotiations, compile persuasive subjective material, arrange courses like the Traffic Offender Program, and plan a proportionate sentencing pathway if needed.
Step5
Court Representation
Experienced DUI lawyer Sydney advocates issue subpoenas, prepare witnesses, rehearse evidence, finalise references, compile the court bundle, confirm attendance, and conduct readiness reviews before each listing.
Step6
Outcome Secured
After court, your DUI lawyer Sydney explains orders, interlock requirements, and appeal windows, sets reminders, plans compliance, and schedules check-ins with timely follow-up.
DUI Penalties And Outcomes In Sydney Explained
Drink driving outcomes turn on reading, history, harm, and mitigation. Sentencing options include fines, conditional release orders (CRO), community correction orders (CCO), intensive correction orders (ICO), and in serious cases or repeated cases, imprisonment. For certain offences, interlock participation is mandatory. Courts can proceed without conviction on a CRO where preparation, insights, and community safety justify leniency. We explain how outcomes affect your records, employment, licences, insurance, and travel. Our focus is proportionate results, reduced risks and next steps that protect your future.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Drink Driving Offences In Sydney
How Much Is A DUI Fine In Sydney?
Fines depend on PCA range and priors. First offences can attract large fines, licence disqualification, and interlock. Higher ranges and repeats increase penalties. A DUI lawyer Sydney explains likely outcomes for your facts.
How Long Do You Go To Jail For A DUI In Australia?
Jail is possible for high-range or repeat offences. First-time matters often involve fines, orders, disqualification, and interlock. A DUI lawyer Sydney assesses risk factors and prepares material to support non-custodial outcomes where appropriate.
Is Drunk Driving A Criminal Offence In Sydney?
Yes. Drink driving offences are prosecuted in the Local Court. Consequences include fines, disqualification, interlock, and possible imprisonment for serious or repeat cases. A DUI lawyer Sydney guides pleas, programs, and evidence.
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