How long does it take to get demerit points back in New South Wales?
The demerit point scheme was introduced in 1969 across all states and territories in order to encourage safe driving. In New South Wales the demerit point scheme is regulated by Part 3.2 of the Road Transport Act 2013. In this...
The Laws Relating to Driver Licence Suspensions, Disqualifications and Appeals
Traffic law is a complex area that can be a minefield for both those who are considering representing themselves in court and lawyers who are unfamiliar with, or inexperienced in, the field. Here’s a thumbnail sketch of some of the...
I’ve been issued with a traffic fine. What should I do next?
Red light cameras, speeding and using a mobile phone while at the wheel are all examples of driving offences in New South Wales which lead to hefty fines, while parking in the wrong spot or longer than permitted can also...
Driver Allegedly Filmed Dying Police Officer After Road Accident
The lawyers for a Victorian driver who allegedly filmed a dying police officer after a horrific road crash earlier this year are calling for many of the charges against their client to be withdrawn. In April 2020, 42-year old Richard...
What is a Good Behaviour Licence in New South Wales?
Holders of unrestricted driver licences in New South Wales may elect to obtain a good behaviour licence rather than serve out their driver licence suspensions. What is a good behaviour licence in New South Wales? Section 36 of the Road...
Can I Appeal an On-the-Spot Driver Licence Suspension?
Police in New South Wales are empowered to immediately suspend a person’s driver licence in certain situations. This power is contained in section 224 of the Road Transport Act 2014, which provides that a police officer may issue an on-the-spot...
When Can NSW Police Immediately Suspend My Driver Licence?
An immediate driver licence suspension, also known as an on-the-spot suspension, is available to police officers in New South Wales in a range of situations. These situations are listed in section 224(1) of the Road Transport Act 2013 and are...
What Are the Penalties for Speeding in New South Wales?
Speeding is one of the most frequently penalised traffic offences in New South Wales. According to Revenue NSW, the state government received more than $1.5 billion in revenue from fines issued to motorists for speed and red light camera-detected offences...
Fairer Fines for Social Security Recipients
Just when many thought the NSW Government didn’t have a heart, it has introduced a new policy that will enable financially strapped residents to have their fines halved. The extra good news is that the changes will take effect from...
What is the Defence of Necessity?
Police have reported that just after 5pm on Friday, 27 March 2020, police sought to pull over an Audi case that was being driven on Greenacre Road in Greenacre, south-western Sydney. According to police, the vehicle accelerated to at least...
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