Author: Jack Stankovic
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Special Hardship Order Application
What is a Special Hardship Order? According to Section 106 of Section Part 14 of the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Regulation Queensland: A person with a suspended open or provisional licence is eligible to apply for a special hardship order if the application is made for the same class of licence which was held by…
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In Queensland, can the police speed?
The offence of speeding The laws relating to most Queensland traffic offences are found in the Transport Operations (Road Use) Management Act (“the Act”). However, the speeding laws are found in s.20 Transport Operations (Road Use Management – Road Rules) Regulations (“the Regulations”). That section states: A driver must not drive at a speed over the speed limit applying to the driver for…
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Restricted Licence – Queensland
Restricted Licence What is a restricted licence? In Queensland, if you have been charged with a drink driving or drug driving offence, and have lost your licence, you may be eligible to apply for a restricted licence (also known as a ‘work licence’). It is not something you are automatically given just because you need…
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Hooning Laws in Queensland
Hooning Laws QLD Hooning is not just dangerous driving, it is something that causes a disturbance to individuals that reside in the neighbourhood. Queensland has some of the toughest anti-hooning laws in Australia, making it easier for the police to permanently confiscate vehicles caught being reckless. What is hooning? Hooning is a term used to…
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Demerit Points – Queensland
Demerit Points The demerits points scheme is a national standard applied across all States and Territories in Australia. Contrary to what many people believe, rather than “losing points” for driving offences, drivers actually start with zero points and accumulate points (up to a certain threshold) over a period of time. How do demerit…
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QLD Cycling Laws and Rules
What laws and rules do cyclists need to adhere to in Queensland? There are quite a few things that cyclists need to know to ensure they are following the rules when riding on the road safely. Not knowing these or being unsure of the rules could be unsafe for the cyclist, fellow cyclists, motorists and…
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Drug Driving Laws in Queensland
Drug Driving Laws Drugs and driving are certainly not a good mix. As well as being illegal, drugs affect your ability to operate a motor vehicle. There is a zero tolerance for driving under the influence of a drug, and in Queensland, penalties will apply. Drug Driving Offences in Queensland Taking drugs, or being under…
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What do I do after a car crash?
If you have been involved in a traffic accident, consider these steps: If you ever happen to be involved in a car accident – regardless of whether it is minor or serious – there are some important steps that you are required to follow before you leave the scene of the accident. Switch off the…
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Dangerous Driving in Queensland
Dangerous driving of a motor vehicle is an offence that captures those hooning, to those displaying reckless and deliberately careless behaviour. In some cases, these actions can even result in death or grievous bodily harm. In Queensland, the offence is serious, and depending on the type of conviction, the penalties can range from fines to…
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MyWorkLicence’s DUI and Traffic Offence Solicitors
Who are the MWL lawyers? The MyWorkLicence legal team are experience and have a proven track-record dealing with cases exactly like yours. If you’ve lost your driver licence, there are still options. Don’t start worrying just yet. You may not have to catch the bus or an Uber to work everyday. We offer two fixed-fee…