A driving offence occurs when someone driving a vehicle, or someone in a vehicle, breaks a law. Some of the more serious driving offences include
- negligent driving, occasioning death or grievous bodily harm
- exceeding the speed limit by more than 30 km/hr over the limit
- driving with the prescribed concentration of alcohol (PCA) in your blood or breath (including low range, mid-range and high range)
- driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- refusing to undergo a breath test
- driving while your licence is suspended, or you are disqualified from driving.
If you have been charged with any of the above offence, it is vital to contact our experienced Criminal Lawyer as soon as possible and we will be able to guide you through the process.
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