Being charged with a drink driving offence can have serious consequences, including licence disqualification, fines, interlock orders and, in some cases, imprisonment.
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If you have been charged with drink driving in Sydney or elsewhere in New South Wales, obtaining legal advice as early as possible can make a significant difference to the outcome of your matter.
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Michael Confos Lawyer provides practical and strategic representation for individuals facing drink driving and traffic-related offences throughout NSW.
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Drink Driving Offences NSW
Drink driving offences are commonly referred to as Prescribed Concentration of Alcohol (PCA) offences. Depending on the reading recorded, offences may include:
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Novice Range PCA
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Special Range PCA
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Low Range PCA
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Mid Range PCA
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High Range PCA
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Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
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Refusing a Breath Analysis
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Repeat Drink Driving Offences
Penalties for Drink Driving
The penalties imposed by the court depend on several factors, including:
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The alcohol reading recorded
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Whether it is a first offence
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Your driving history
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The circumstances of the offence
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Any aggravating or mitigating factors
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Potential penalties may include:
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Licence disqualification
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Licence suspension
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Significant fines
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Community Correction Orders
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Interlock Orders
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Criminal Convictions
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Imprisonment in serious cases
Early legal advice can assist in identifying potential defences and presenting your circumstances effectively before the court.
