Traffic offences
Facing a traffic charge? Let’s talk about your options
Being charged with a traffic offence isn’t just frustrating — it can affect your job, your family, and your ability to get on with life. Whether it’s drink driving, drug driving, unlicensed driving or something more serious, we’ll explain what your options are and what steps to take next. If you’re worried about losing your licence or already have a court date, it’s important to get advice early.
Charges we deal with regularly
We handle traffic matters in the Brisbane, Cleveland, and Wynnum Magistrates Courts on a regular basis. Some of the most common charges we assist with include:
- Drink driving (low, mid, and high-range)
- Drug driving
- Unlicensed or disqualified driving
- Driving without due care
- Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
- Fail to provide a specimen
- Work licence and special hardship applications
- Repeat traffic offences
If your charge isn’t listed here, get in touch. If it happened on the road — there’s a good chance we can help.
Work licences and special hardship applications
If you're facing a suspension or disqualification, you might still be able to keep your licence for work purposes — but only if you act early and get the application right.
Applying for a special licence involves additional work to be undertaken, including drafting affidavit material to prove to the Magistrate why you should be given a chance.
Work licences
For people charged with drink or drug driving who need their licence to stay employed
Special hardship orders
For people facing a suspension due to excess demerit points or a high-speed offence
What you could be facing without legal advice
A traffic charge might seem simple — but the consequences can catch people off guard. Depending on the offence, you could be looking at:
Licence suspension or disqualification
Fines and court costs
A criminal conviction
Impact on employment or future job prospects
Increased insurance premiums
In more serious cases, such as dangerous driving or repeat drink driving, jail time is also a possibility.
Without proper legal advice, you might miss out on options like reduced disqualification periods, no conviction recorded, or the chance to apply for a work licence. We’ll look at the details, give you a realistic view of your situation, and fight for the best outcome.
Why clients trust us with traffic matters
We’ve helped hundreds of people hold onto their licence, reduce disqualification periods, and avoid convictions. Here’s why people choose Pascoe Law:
Experience in local courts
We regularly appear in Brisbane, Cleveland, and Wynnum Magistrates Courts for traffic matters.
Fast turnaround for urgent cases
We act quickly when time is tight — especially if your court date is coming up.
Practical, straight-talking advice
We explain your options clearly, so you know exactly what you're dealing with.
Support with every step
From paperwork to court appearances, you’re backed by a team who knows what to do and when.
Come visit us at one of our two locations
We’ve got offices in Brisbane City and Cleveland, so you can drop in wherever’s easiest.
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