Brooke Winter Solicitors
DUI Lawyers on the Gold Coast
Have you been charged with drink driving? Don’t risk hefty fines or losing your licence. Speak to our experienced Gold Coast drink driving lawyers (DUI lawyer) now.
Call: 1300 066 669
With over 20 years’ courtroom experience, Brooke Winter Solicitors’ professional team of Gold Coast traffic lawyers will make sure you get the best possible outcome for your situation. Don’t risk losing your licence, a heavy fine or in some cases, imprisonment, contact us now.
We know each situation is different, so we take the time to listen to you and offer advice tailored to your individual needs. Using simple terminology, we will explain the court process, your rights and responsibilities, and guide you through the journey from beginning to end. Our Gold Coast criminal defence lawyers will also deal with Queensland Police on your behalf so you don’t have to.
With an ex-police prosecutor on staff, we know both sides of the law. And we’re on your side.
Call 07 5554 6622 or contact us online today to find out where you stand and what we can do to help you achieve the best possible outcome based on your circumstances.
How We Can Help You Reduce Penalties for Drink Driving on the Gold Coast
If you have been charged with a drink driving offence in Queensland, the consequences can include:
- Licence disqualification
- Significant fines
- Imprisonment in more serious cases
Your BAC is one of the biggest factors in determining what you are facing, but your traffic history and any other offences you have been charged with can also increase the consequences.
For a first offence, the current Queensland licence disqualification ranges include:
| BAC | Licence disqualification |
|---|---|
| 0.05 to under 0.10 | 2–9 months |
| 0.10 to under 0.15 | 3–12 months |
| 0.15 or above | Minimum 6 months |
These ranges set the boundaries, but the final outcome can still depend on how your case is prepared.
We will look for every factor that can properly be used to reduce the impact of the charge, whether that means arguing for the lowest available disqualification, presenting strong material in mitigation or identifying another option that may keep you driving.
We want to make sure every available opportunity to reduce the penalty is properly put before the court.
If you want to understand what penalty you may be facing and what can be done to reduce it, talk to an experienced lawyer today to discuss your options.
Otherwise, check out our table of drink driving penalties for QLD and NSW for more information or visit legal sources like the Queensland Government’s Transport Department.
How Our Gold Coast Drink Driving Lawyers Can Help
Being charged does not necessarily mean every part of the result is already decided.
Depending on your circumstances, we may be able to help you:
- Reduce how long you lose your licence for – by properly preparing your matter and putting the relevant circumstances before the magistrate.
- Keep driving for work – through a Restricted Work Licence
- application if you meet the eligibility requirements.
- Challenge the charge – where there is a genuine issue with the evidence or whether the offence can be proven.
- Raise issues with the prosecution before court – where there is a proper basis to seek a different outcome.
- Reduce the fine or other penalties – by making sure the court understands the circumstances that should be taken into account.
- Reduce the risk of more serious consequences – particularly where you have previous offences or are facing a more serious drink driving charge.
We will be clear about what can realistically be achieved. If there is an opportunity to improve the outcome, we want to identify it before your court date rather than after the opportunity has passed.
Talk to our Gold Coast DUI Lawyers:
Our Gold Coast drink driving lawyers with Brooke Winter Solicitors offer competitive fixed-fee pricing.
Don’t risk losing your licence or worse, contact our Gold Coast lawyers (located in Southport) to discuss your matter and arrange a phone consultation.
Why 10,000+ Clients Have Chosen Brooke Winter Solicitors For Their Matter
A drink driving charge can affect your licence, work and income, so you want a lawyer who knows what needs attention before you walk into court.
Clients choose Brooke Winter Solicitors because we offer:
- A dedicated criminal law firm – our team focuses on criminal and traffic matters, so we deal with these issues every day rather than as one part of a broader legal practice.
- 24/7 support – if your matter is urgent or you need advice outside standard business hours, our team is available when you need us.
- Former police prosecutor experience – Brooke Winter understands how traffic matters are prepared from the prosecution side, which helps us identify weaknesses, negotiation opportunities and issues that may affect the result.
- More than 20 years in court – our experience helps us recognise what is realistically achievable and what preparation can make the biggest difference.
- Regular Southport Magistrates Court appearances – our Gold Coast team is familiar with the local court process and regularly represents clients facing traffic and criminal charges.
- A focus on reducing the consequences – we look at what can be done to shorten your disqualification, protect your ability to work, reduce penalties or challenge the charge where there are proper grounds.
- Clear advice before you make important decisions – we explain what you are facing, what options are available and what we recommend doing next.
- Fixed-fee options – so you can understand the cost of representation before deciding how to proceed.
- Local support when you need it – with a Southport office and support available for urgent matters.
We do not simply prepare you for court. We look at every reasonable opportunity to reduce the impact of the charge before your matter is decided.
Don’t risk losing your licence or worse; call 07 5554 6622 or contact us online to discuss your matter and arrange a phone consultation.
Questions Our Solicitors Can Help Answer
If you’re caught drink driving, you will have to go to court to determine penalties.
During this time, a magistrate will determine the length of license disqualification and whether you’ll be fine or sentenced to a term of imprisonment.
This decision and severity of your penalty is based on variables like:
- blood/breath alcohol concentration (BAC) at the time of the offence
- traffic history, like whether you have been previously convicted of a drink driving offence.
If you’re unsure of what you may be facing, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Whether or not you’re ready to defend your case, we can help advise your current situation.
Offering mobile consultations is something we’re proud to do to ensure everyone has access to our team. Our drink driving lawyers service the whole Gold Coast in places like Coolangatta, Southport and surrounds, as well as wider Australia. With physical offices here on the coast in Southport, and across the country from further north in Queensland to Tasmania, we’re confident we can get to you and provide you with reliable defence.
Our drink driving lawyers will fight to ensure the best possible outcome is achieved for both your license and longterm criminal record. If you need your license for work (travelling to or as part of your responsibilities), we may be able to help you apply for a restricted work license.
We can assist in preparing your application and representing you in court to increase your chances of obtaining a work licence, allowing you to drive for work purposes during your disqualification period.
Repeat drink driving offences can carry more severe penalties, including longer licence disqualifications, higher fines, and possible imprisonment. Our lawyers can help you understand your options and work to achieve the best possible outcome.
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