Traffic Lawyer Sutherland

Our client was photographed travelling more than 30 km/h over the limit. A conviction would have exposed the client to a minimum disqualification and serious business consequences. We advised an early guilty plea and prepared material showing remorse, traffic programme completion, character and the need for a licence. At the sentence, we accepted the seriousness of the speed while explaining the client’s driving history and practical hardship. The court imposed a Conditional Release Order without conviction, allowing the client to keep the licence and continue operating the business.

A client was charged with driving while disqualified after several previous driving matters. There were also breaches of existing court orders, which made imprisonment a real risk. We urgently gathered evidence of work, family dependence, rehabilitation and caring responsibilities. At sentence, we accepted that the matter crossed the custody threshold but argued that an order served in the community would better support rehabilitation. The magistrate accepted the submission and imposed an Intensive Correction Order rather than full-time imprisonment.

Our client faced a mobile phone driving charge and a lengthy traffic history. A conviction would have caused an immediate suspension and serious financial pressure. We reviewed the case, advised on the plea position and gathered material showing that the client was the sole income earner and needed the licence for work. Despite the traffic record and late plea, the court accepted that a conviction was not required. The charge was dismissed under section 10(1)(a), and the client avoided licence suspension.

A lawyer can prepare submissions and supporting material aimed at reducing licence consequences where the law allows. The outcome depends on the offence and your history.

Not always. Court election can help in some cases but may create risk in others. Get advice before deciding.

Bring your traffic record, notice, work letter, references, traffic course certificate, apology and any evidence explaining why you need your licence.