Traffic Lawyers Adelaide
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Traffic Offence Lawyers in Adelaide
Experts in all traffic offences and driving related charges with a proven track record of securing charge withdrawals, non-conviction orders, and significant penalty reductions for even the most serious driving offences.
Book a same-day free 30-minute consultation or (08) 7094 2021 now to speak with a senior traffic lawyer today.
With ever increasing fines, disqualification periods and terms of imprisonment, it has never been more important to speak with an experienced traffic offence lawyer in Adelaide.
Best Traffic Lawyers Adelaide
We regularly appear in courts across South Australia to defend motorists against a wide range of traffic offences from minor expiation offences to serious driving offences which attract terms of imprisonment.
We understand how overwhelming traffic offences can be. Our team is committed to providing you with personalised, expert legal support to protect your driving privileges and achieve the best possible outcome.
Lawyers for Driving Offences
Our Adelaide traffic lawyers provide expert representation for various driving charges, including:
Alcohol and Drug-Related Offences
Drug Driving
Driving with any amount of Cannabis (THC), Meth (Ice), MDMA, Ecstasy or Cocaine in oral fluid or saliva.
DUI
Driving under the influence so much of drugs or alcohol as to be incapable of exercising effective control of a vehicle.
Refusing Breath Test
Refusal or failure to undergo roadside alcotesting or police breathalyzer testing, blood, or drug tests.
Reckless and Dangerous Driving
Driving Without Due Care
From minor traffic accidents to aggravated driving without due care.
Driving in a Manner Dangerous
Driving in a manner that is dangerous to the public.
Leaving the Scene of an Accident After Causing Harm
Where the accident has resulted in physical harm but not serious harm.
Leaving the Scene of an Accident After Causing Death
Where the accident has resulted in the death of another person or motorist.
Drivers Licence Offences
Driving Disqualified or Suspended
Driving with a disqualified driving licence or suspended drivers licence.
Driving Unlicensed or Unauthorised
Driving without a licence, unlicensed or without authorisation.
Drivers Licence Appeal
Drivers licence appeals and hardship applications in the Magistrates Court.
Demerit Point Reduction Applications
Demerit point reductions, reducing disqualification periods and trifling applications.
Speeding Offences
Street Racing
Participating in a street race, or in preparations for a proposed street race.
Extreme Speed
Exceeding the speed limit by 55km/h or more where the speed limit is 60 km/h or less, or by 80km/hr or more where the speed limit is more than 60 km/hr.
Excessive Speed
Exceeding the speed limit by 45km/h or more.
Speeding Offences
Speeding from 1km/h - 44km/h over the prescribed speed limit.
Our Approach to Defending Your Case
A well-prepared legal strategy can make the difference between a minor inconvenience and a life-changing penalty.
- Initial Consultation – You will speak with an experienced senior traffic lawyer who will help you understand your case and explore potential defences.
- Reviewing the Evidence – Expert traffic lawyers will forensically scrutinise every element of the charge and advise you in plain English as to whether you have a defence or if Prosecution have made a fatal error.
- Case Strategy – We will review your matter and prepared a tailored legal strategy to either defend you from the charge(s) or negotiate with the Prosecution to withdraw the offences or secure a lesser charge.
- Court Representation – Skilled advocacy to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome in every single case no matter the allegations. We fight for your rights like they are our own because we appreciate what is at stake.
- Avoiding a Conviction – Our priority is to provide you with solutions that have a real impact and to assist you to arrive at the best decision. Whether that negotiating a lesser penalty, a without conviction outcome, keeping your driver’s licence or fighting to dismiss the charges outright.
Frequently Asked Questions About Traffic Offences
Is There a Work Licence if I’m Disqualified?
South Australia does not offer “restricted” or “work-only” licences. Once disqualified, you cannot drive until your disqualification ends. For exceptions, see our Driving Disqualified page.
Could I Avoid a Criminal Record?
Some offences can be expiated or dealt with via non-conviction orders . Visit our Drink Driving or Drug Driving pages for details on expiation vs. court prosecution.
Will I Go to Jail for a First Offence?
Contumacious Driving Disqualified offences and Category 2 or 3 PCA, DUI or offences committed in aggravated circumstances can carry real prison risks.
What Are The Penalties & Possible Outcomes?
Regardless of the offence, a traffic offence convictions may result in:
- Fines & Costs – Courts consider the nature of the offence, your driving history, and aggravating circumstances like prior convictions or high-levels impairment.
- Licence Disqualification – Ranging from months to years, often mandatory. In some cases, an instant loss of licence is imposed on the spot by the police.
- Demerit Points – Accumulating too many can trigger an additional demerit point disqualification.
- Vehicle Clamping/Impounding – For serious drink/drug driving offences.
- Imprisonment – Particularly for repeated or egregious violations, or if you are charged with driving disqualified.
Our Adelaide traffic lawyers have a proven track record of securing non-conviction orders, acquittals and charge withdrawals.
Every hour matters – book a same-day free 30-minute consultation or (08) 7094 2021 now to speak with a senior traffic lawyer.
Serving All of Adelaide & Beyond
Our experienced traffic lawyers have appeared in hundreds of matters throughout the:
South Australian Magistrates Courts We Attend
We appear in every metropolitan and regional Magistrates’ Court listed below. Select a location for directions, parking advice and our recent case results.
We handle everything from straightforward speeding matters to aggravated and serious driving offences such as drug driving, drink driving, DUI’s, hit and runs and fatal accidents.
Free Traffic Lawyer Consultation
Every hour matters, book a same-day free 30-minute consultation or call (08) 7094 2021 to speak with a senior traffic lawyer now and get traffic law advice.
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