Drink Driving
DUI – Drive Under The Influence
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Drink driving is one of the most serious traffic offences. You must respond quickly and with care if you are arrested for drink driving.
Drink driving charges can result in severe penalties
The amount of alcohol you have consumed in Australian states and territories will determine the outcome and maximum penalty you face. This reading is used to determine your breath analysis concentration.
Drink Driving Lawyers – Understanding PCA Charges
Highway Advocates Pty Ltd will explain the severity of the charges when you first contact them. There are several categories of drink driving. These ranges depend on how much alcohol you have in your system. This is called your blood alcohol content (BAC).
If you fail the roadside breath test, your breath will be analyzed at the station. This is how your BAC will be determined. You may face criminal charges if your blood alcohol level is higher than the legal limit for your type of license.
Low range PCA
This refers to your blood alcohol level being tested between 0.050 & 0.079. Your licence can be suspended for three months and you will be charged with a low range PCA offense. This offence can be punished with penalty notices on the spot.
Mid-range PCA
If you have a blood alcohol level between 0.08 and 0.149, you will be charged with a middle-range PCA. The maximum penalty for first-time offenders is a $2,200 fine and nine months imprisonment. A disqualification period of up to six months can be imposed with a 12-month interlock.
High range PCA
If your PCA is higher than 0.149, it is considered a serious offence. You could be sentenced to a $3,300 fine and 18 months imprisonment. A license disqualification can last up to nine months, followed by a two-year interlock condition.
Special range PCA
Some drivers are prohibited from having alcohol in their system. Even if your BAC falls below 0.050, you could be charged with a crime if you are a learner, provisional, taxi, bus driver, or anyone with special licence conditions.
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No matter where you are located, Highwat Advocates can work for you. We regularly appear in country and regional Courthouses throughout Australia, and we have offices in all major capital cities.
Our Story
Highway Advocates (Australia) Pty Ltd: Heavy Vehicle Lawyers to the Transport Industry.
Highway Advocates (Australia) Pty Ltd has emerged as a leading force in the legal landscape of heavy vehicle enforcement. Our journey, which began in Victoria, transitioned through Queensland, and now finds its firm footing in the heart of New South Wales, reflects our commitment to the transport industry. With our registered office in Parramatta, NSW—strategically located near the NHVR and Transport for NSW headquarters—and an operational base in Goulburn, close to the Marulan HVSS, we are ideally positioned to meet the critical needs of our clients.
A Unique Approach to Heavy Vehicle Legal Advocacy
The success of Highway Advocates Pty Ltd is a testament to the perseverance and innovative spirit of our founder, Robert Bell. Conceived in 2020, Robert’s vision for the firm faced numerous challenges. However, his determination led him to partner with Rodney Boyd, a seasoned Principal Solicitor and criminal lawyer with extensive experience in the Goulburn area. Rodney quickly recognized that Robert had created something unique—something that no one else in the industry had done before. Together, they established Highway Advocates (Australia) Pty Ltd, which has since become a beacon of focused legal advocacy and compliance consultancy.
Deep Roots in the Marulan Region
Highway Advocates’ connection to the Marulan region is more than just strategic—it’s personal. Robert Bell’s paternal grandfather, Cecil Roy Bell, was born in Marulan and served in the 12th Light Horse Regiment during the First World War. He even participated in the famous Charge of Beersheba and met Lawrence of Arabia. This deep historical connection reinforces our presence in the area, making Highway Advocates (Australia) Pty Ltd feel like it was destined to be Heavy Vehicle Lawyers to the Transport Industry.
Why Choose Highway Advocates Pty Ltd?
As the need for our services continues to grow, so does our reputation. Despite the emergence of imitators, Highway Advocates (Australia) Pty Ltd stands alone as the only firm that can genuinely claim decades of real-world experience in the transport industry. Founded by Robert Bell, who knows the highways of Australia like the back of his hand, our firm offers unparalleled expertise in heavy vehicle law.
We are not just another firm claiming to understand the transport industry—we have the experience, the knowledge, and the results to prove it. Our commitment to keeping the transport industry on the road is unmatched, making Highway Advocates (Australia) Pty Ltd the go-to choice for heavy vehicle drivers and operators seeking legal assistance.
Contact Highway Advocates Today
If you are looking for focused legal advocacy in heavy vehicle enforcement, look no further than Highway Advocates (Australia) Pty Ltd. Contact us today to learn how we can help you stay compliant and keep drivers and your business on the road where it belongs.
