- Are you facing
Drug Driving Charges
Phil Simpson – With over 20 years experience, Phil can assist with getting you back on the road sooner, and even the possibility of having your drink and drug driving charges dropped. Contact Phil today.
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With over 25 years experience I have represented thousands of clients in a wide variety of cases.
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I predominatley represent clients in driving offences, traffic offences and criminal offences.
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- Drug Driving Charges
Going to Court For Drug Driving Charges?
It is important to get advice as to whether or not you have a potential defence to your charges. If you are found guilty or plead guilty to any of the above offences, the penalties vary considerably depending on the specific offences before the Court. Section 49 (1) offences are characterised by mandatory minimum suspension/disqualification periods upon a finding of guilt.
The minimum licence loss will depend on whether an individual has offended against section 49(1) in the past 10 years. The provisions about licence cancellation and disqualification are found in Section 50 of the Road Safety Act. A table for the minimum disqualification periods for drink driving offences can be found in Schedule 1 of the Road Safety Act 1986.
Driving under the Influence of alcohol or drugs
Offences related to drink driving and drug driving are contained within section 49 (1) of the Road Safety Act 1986. It is a very technical area of the law. The most common offences charged under Section 49 (1) relate to
Drink Driving
Jail sentences and Community Corrections Orders are also sentencing options available to the Court for certain offending under section 49 (1) of the Road Safety Act. Section 49(2) of the Road Safety Act sets out the maximum fines and prison terms available to the Court for the offending outlined under section 49(1).
Drug Driving
These can be complex and confusing. I’m very happy to discuss any queries that you have about likely Court outcomes.
Refusing to undergo a preliminary breath test
While licence loss is often unavoidable for section 49(1) offences, it is important to prepare your case properly so as to minimise the potential impact on you and your livelihood. It is important to get advice early in order to maximise your chances of a positive outcome.
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Refusing an oral fluid test
In my experience, there are many reasons why people find themselves charged with drink and drug driving offences. For some, it’s the result of an uncharacteristically bad decision.
Section 49 (1) of the Road Safety Act 1986
For others, challenging personal circumstances such as mental-health struggles and addiction are also common factors. Whatever the reason that you find yourself charged with an offence, it’s very important to get advice from a practitioner that understands the complexities of both the process and the law.
Jail sentences and Community Corrections Orders
I will listen to your story, analyse the facts and provide advice on the law. If necessary, I will also make suggestions about appropriate individuals and agencies that will assist with the preparation of reports for your court hearing.
Minimise the potential impact on you and your livelihood
The provisions about licence cancellation and disqualification are found in Section 50 of the Road Safety Act. A table for the minimum disqualification periods for drink driving offences can be found in Schedule 1 of the Road Safety Act 1986.
Speeding
The provisions about licence cancellation and disqualification are found in Section 50 of the Road Safety Act. A table for the minimum disqualification periods for drink driving offences can be found in Schedule 1 of the Road Safety Act 1986.
Car accident with drugs or alcohol in your system
For some, it’s the result of an uncharacteristically bad decision. For others, challenging personal circumstances such as mental-health struggles and addiction are also common factors.
It is my job to maximise your chances of staying on the road
I will listen to your story, analyse the facts and provide advice on the law. If necessary, I will also make suggestions about appropriate individuals and agencies that will assist with the preparation of reports for your court hearing.
Victorian Courts I Attend For Drug Driving Charges
Drink and Drug Driving cases at Ringwood Magistrates Courts
Matters involving Drink and Drug Driving at Moorabbin Magistrates Courts
Cases involving Drink and Drug Driving at Heidelberg Magistrates Courts
Any cases relating to Drink and Drug Driving at Wyndham Magistrates Courts
Matters relating to Drink & Drug Driving at Melbourne Magistrates Court
Frankston Magistrates Court with cases relating to Drink and Drug Driving
Dandenong Magistrates Court cases involving Drink and Drug Driving
Broadmeadows Magistrates Court cases involving Drink and Drug Driving
Neighbourhood Justice Centre matters relating to Drink and Drug Driving
Sunshine Magistrates Court for Drink and Drug Driving Offences
FAQs
What courts do you attend?
When should I start the process of having a lawyer represent me?
The moment you have been faced with any charges or taken in for questioning you should make contact with a lawyer immediately.
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Which Regional Court In Victoria Do You Attend?
Drug Driving Charges Heard At Regional Victoria Courts
- Ararat Magistrates’ Court
- Bacchus Marsh Magistrates’ Court
- Bairnsdale Magistrates’ Court
- Ballarat Magistrates’ Court
- Benalla Magistrates’ Court
- Bendigo Law Courts
- Castlemaine Magistrates’ Court
- Cobram Magistrates’ Court
- Colac Magistrates’ Court
- Corryong Magistrates’ Court
- Dromana Magistrates’ Court
- Echuca Magistrates’ Court
- Edenhope Magistrates’ Court
- Geelong Magistrates’ Court
- Hamilton Magistrates’ Court
- Hopetoun Magistrates’ Court
- Horsham Magistrates’ Court
Drug Driving Charges Heard At Regional Victoria Courts
- Kerang Magistrates’ Court
- Korumburra Magistrates’ Court
- Kyneton Magistrates’ Court
- Latrobe Valley Magistrates’ Court
- Mansfield Magistrates’ Court
- Maryborough Magistrates’ Court
- Myrtleford Magistrates’ Court
- Portland Magistrates’ Court
- Sale Magistrates’ Court
- Seymour Magistrates’ Court
- Shepparton Magistrates’ Court
- St Arnaud Magistrates’ Court
- Stawell Magistrates’ Court
- Wangaratta Magistrates’ Court
- Warrnambool Magistrates’ Court
- Wonthaggi Magistrates’ Court
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