When facing a traffic offence charge, such as driving under the influence, drug-related driving, or reckless driving, you require skilled and empathetic traffic lawyers. Heidelberg locals trust Nardi Lawyers due to our established record of consistently delivering favourable outcomes.
Although you may consider your case as ‘merely a traffic violation,’ the consequences of such charges can be far-reaching. Avoid unnecessary risks by getting in touch with Nardi Lawyers to explore your alternatives.
Various driving violations can lead to charges, including:
Each of these offences can result in fines, licence suspension or revocation, and compulsory courses. Nevertheless, at Nardi Lawyers, we have a proven track record of reducing or even eliminating these penalties by leveraging our in-depth understanding of relevant laws.
In instances like drink or drug driving that entail a minimum licence suspension period, we have successfully secured reduced suspension durations. This is why engaging trusted traffic lawyers in Heidelberg is crucial to your case’s outcome.
Drink driving carries not only minimum mandatory loss of licence (can be extended at discretion of the Magistrate), but also strict conditions on relicencing, such as completing a drink driving course, applying to VicRoads for relicencing and installing an alcohol interlocker device. See our table below for minimum licence cancellation period.
Not unlike drink driving, this charge carries mandatory loss of licence, the length of which will depend on your history and whether or not alcohol was also found in your system. You will also need to apply to the court for relicencing.
This charge does not carry a mandatory loss of licence provision, however, the Magistrate has discretion to suspend your licence. This charge is often relevant where an accident has occurred and it may be laid with other charges. Diversion may be an option with this charge.
This charge also carries mandatory loss of licence provisions, depending on your speed limit.
See our table below for minimum periods of licence loss.
This charge applies to situations where you are driving when your licence has been suspended by either the court, police, VicRoads or the sheriff.
This charge relates to driving where you do not have a licence or permit. It may also apply where you have moved to Victoria from interstate, but have failed to obtain a Victorian licence within 3 months.
If you’ve been charged with drug driving offences in Heidelberg, Nardi Lawyers are here to help. Our approach to building a defence comprises:
We recognize that engaging a lawyer can be daunting, which is why we strive to make your experience as easy as possible.
Losing your licence is not only an inconvenience but can also lead to job loss for those who rely on driving for their livelihood, impacting various aspects of your life. Moreover, the emotional and social repercussions of such charges can be overwhelming.
As a result, you need the top drink driving defence lawyers in Heidelberg and surrounds to secure the most favourable outcome for your case. Our experienced team is dedicated to understanding your unique circumstances and providing personalised legal support. For a no-obligations quote and discussion, contact Nardi Lawyers today.