Traffic Law
Driving Offences
Most driving offences, such as speeding and disobeying road signs, or using a mobile phone, are dealt with by way of a fine and/or demerit points. Where driving offences are successfully defended the RTA does not apply demerit points for the offence. Since 2011 where you are able to have a driving offence dealt with by the Court under section 10 of the Crimes Sentencing Procedure Act such that no conviction is recorded against you, the RTA no longer applies demerit points.
However other driving offences can be quite serious, and can involve criminal charges and a trial before a judge.
If you would like advice regarding driving offences, call one of our experienced criminal lawyers on (02) 9525 8688 for free initial advice on your circumstances.
The Law
Some of the more serious driving offences include:
- High Range PCA and Mid Range PCA offences
- Negligent driving where death is occasioned
- Negligent driving where grievous bodily harm is occasioned
- Furious driving; Reckless driving; Driving in a manner or at a speed dangerous
- Fail to stop and give assistance in an accident involving death or injury
Penalties for these offences could include, fines, licence disqualification or a goal term depending on the severity of the offence and whether it is a first, second or subsequent offence.
For further information call one of our experienced Criminal Law solicitors for some free initial telephone advice on (02) 9525 8688
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