BAC 0.05 to under 0.10
Over the general alcohol limit. A disqualification period still applies on conviction.
Gold Coast Drink Driving Lawyers
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Where you stand today
You’re Not Alone — and There Is a Way Forward
A charge puts your licence, your job and your independence at risk — but it doesn’t decide the outcome.
With a high success rate in Gold Coast courts, we assess the evidence, explain your options and prepare your matter properly.
“We’re not here to judge you. We’re here to help you understand your position and move forward.”
Queensland drink-driving charges
Understand What You’re Facing
Your reading shapes the charge and the penalties available to the court.
BAC 0.10 to under 0.15
A more serious view is taken. Traffic history and the circumstances of the driving matter more.
BAC 0.15 or higher
Over the high alcohol limit. The most serious standard charge, with the longest disqualifications.
Outcomes depend on the reading, your traffic history and the circumstances. Refusing a specimen and repeat offences are treated seriously — get advice quickly.
This information is general in nature and is not legal advice about your circumstances.
Our approach
How We Can Help
Plain-English explanation
What you're charged with, and what happens between now and court.
We check the police evidence
We look closely at the breath test and what police say happened, instead of just accepting it.
We get you ready for court
We help you gather the right paperwork so your side of the story is told well.
We can speak for you in court
Where the court allows it, we appear for you. If you do need to be there, we'll say so.
We also check whether a restricted licence is open to you — and say so honestly if it isn’t. The court decides outcomes, so we don’t make promises.
No surprises
Clear Fees Before You Decide
The initial case assessment is free, with no obligation. Ask your questions and hear how we’d approach your matter before spending anything.
If we can help, you get the scope in writing and a fixed fee up front — not after the work has started.
Court experience
Recent Drink-Driving Matters
Southport Magistrates Court
BAC 0.095
Charged after a traffic accident. Matter finalised on the first occasion.
- One-month disqualification (minimum)
- $350 fine
- No conviction recorded
Brisbane Magistrates Court
BAC 0.118
Charged after a work event. A work-licence application was prepared.
- Work licence granted
- $500 fine
- No conviction recorded
Beenleigh Magistrates Court
BAC 0.210
Charged after a night out, facing a risk of imprisonment and loss of employment.
- Six-month disqualification (minimum)
- $750 fine
- Imprisonment avoided
- No conviction recorded
Every matter is different. These examples do not guarantee or predict the outcome of another case. Outcomes depend on the charge, evidence, history and individual circumstances.
The people you’ll deal with
Experienced, Clear and Non-Judgemental Support
You’ll deal with a team focused on traffic and criminal court matters. Most of our clients have never been charged before. We give you clear advice, prepare carefully, and take the uncertainty off your shoulders.
- Clear communication
- Careful preparation
- Local representation
- Fixed fees
What happens next
A Clear Way Forward
- 01
Free case assessment
A confidential call about your charge and what happens from here.
- 02
Understand your options
The realistic pathways and a fixed fee, before you commit to anything.
- 03
Prepare for court
We prepare your material so your position is put clearly on the day.
Common questions
Drink Driving Questions, Answered
These answers are general information only and are not legal advice about your circumstances.
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Let’s Talk It Through
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