Traffic lawyers in Australia

If you accept the fine, you're usually accepting the offence and the demerit points that come with it. Electing to go to court lets you contest it or ask for a lower penalty, but the court can also record a conviction, impose a higher fine and order court costs. A traffic lawyer can tell you whether your case is worth taking to court before you decide.

Each state sets a demerit point limit that depends on your licence type. For a full licence it's usually measured over 3 years, but learners and P platers have lower limits, and in some states, including Queensland and Victoria, a shorter 12 month period. If you reach the limit, your licence is usually suspended for a period. Some states, including NSW and Queensland, let you choose a good behaviour period instead, where picking up 2 or more points means double the suspension.

It depends on the state and the reason for the suspension. Several states have work or restricted licences, or a way to appeal a suspension in court, but the rules and deadlines are strict and they don't cover every offence. Check with a local traffic lawyer quickly, because some applications have short time limits.

Yes. Driving while suspended or disqualified usually means a court appearance, a further disqualification that can run for years, and in some cases jail. It's one of the most common ways a minor traffic problem turns into a serious one.

Usually not for a minor speeding fine you accept. A lawyer is worth it for high range speeding, offences that will cost you your licence, dangerous or reckless driving, or any charge that has to go to court.