When can Police Suspend my Licence on the Spot?
Sometimes police can suspend your driver’s licence on the spot if they allege you have committed a serious traffic offence. They can do this immediately after you have been pulled-over, or within 48 hours afterwards. Driving licence suspension notices take...
Help with Traffic Infringement Notices
If you have allegedly committed a traffic offence like speeding, you may be issued with a traffic infringement notice. Traffic infringement notices the date, time and nature of the alleged offence and what the penalty is. In some cases, they...
A Quick Guide to Marine/Waterway Offences
Being behind the wheel of a car is not the only way you can get in trouble for your driving. If you are driving a boat there are a number of different offences and penalties you can face if you...
Do I Have to Answer Police Questions if I’ve been in an Accident?
If you have been involved in a traffic accident you need to report the matter to the police as soon as possible. Failing to report an accident can leave you facing criminal charges. If you are concerned that you may...
Do I Need a Traffic Lawyer?
Traffic matters can range from a speeding ticket right up to very serious offences like dangerous driving occasioning death. While many of us may have got caught by a red light or speed camera, when it comes to contesting a...
What Happens if You Are Declared a NSW Habitual Traffic Offender?
Being convicted of a traffic offence can lead to a number of penalties, including disqualification from driving and heavy fines. If you are guilty of of three or more major traffic offences within a five-year period, you will be declared...
Speeding and Section 10 Dismissals and Conditional Release Orders – How You May be Able to Avoid a Conviction
Pleading guilty to a speeding offence doesn’t always mean you will accrue demerit points or be suspended from driving. You may be able to successfully obtain a non conviction order, which is a finding of guilt with no criminal conviction....
Intensive Traffic Offender Program now available in Sydney
Traffic Offender Programs are courses designed to inform drivers about the dangers of certain driving habits – such as drink driving, speeding and driving whilst fatigued. They are often undertaken by those who have been charged with major traffic offences...
A Guide to NSW Speeding Offences
Speeding is a common traffic offence in NSW. Speeding offences can be detected by roadside cameras, police officers in their vehicles, and even from the air. The penalties for breaking the posted speed limit on NSW roads can range from...
