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Drink Driving Lawyers Mackay

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1300 066 669

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Mackay

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brooke@bwsolicitors.com.au

Brooke Winter Solicitors

Do You Need A Mackay Drink Driving Lawyer?

If you’ve been charged with drink driving in Mackay, the consequences can be serious, from losing your licence and facing steep fines to the risk of jail time. But with the right legal team in your corner, you don’t have to face it alone.

At Brooke Winter Solicitors, our drink driving lawyers have more than 20 years of courtroom experience defending clients throughout Queensland. With a former police prosecutor on our team, we understand how these cases are prosecuted, and how to build a defence that gives you the best possible outcome.

We know what’s at stake when your licence, job, or future is on the line. With fixed-fee pricing, mobile and phone consultations, and practical legal advice you can actually understand, we make it easier to take control of your situation.

With local experience in the Mackay Magistrates Court, we know how these cases are handled and how to prepare you for what’s next.

Don’t risk your licence or your future. Call 1300 066 669 now for immediate legal advice from our Mackay drink driving lawyers.

What are the penalties for drink driving in Mackay?

Drink driving offences in Queensland are classified based on your blood alcohol concentration (BAC), and penalties apply statewide, including here in Mackay. Even a first offence can lead to licence disqualification, heavy fines, or jail time. Here’s a breakdown by offence type:

Low-range (0.05–0.099)
Licence disqualification for up to 9 months. Police may issue an immediate 24-hour suspension in some cases.
Mid-range (0.10–0.149)
Licence disqualification (duration determined by the court). Your licence will be immediately suspended until your matter is finalised in court.
High-range (0.15 or more)
Minimum disqualification of 6 months, with no set maximum. Immediate suspension applies. You may also be required to install an alcohol interlock device.
Repeat or serious offences
Harsher penalties including disqualification of up to 2 years, fines up to $10,084, potential vehicle impoundment or confiscation, and in some cases possible imprisonment

For more information, view our summary table of drink driving penalties for QLD.

We highly recommend that you talk to one of our experienced drink driving lawyers and discuss your next steps immediately.

How can we help with your drink driving case?

Depending on the circumstances of your case, Brooke Winter Solicitors can provide advice and assist with:

Applying for a Restricted Work Licence if you rely on your licence for employment obligations.
Applying for a Special Hardship Order if you rely on your licence for family obligations.
Reducing your license disqualification period and possibly the amount of your fine.
Court representation to fight for the best possible outcome for you.

Is drink driving not your only charge? We can also assist with a range of criminal offences in Mackay.

We can also assist with criminal offences in Mackay.

Why We're the Trusted Mackay Drink Driving Lawyers

We know how stressful it is to face a drink driving charge, and our goal is to make the process as straightforward as possible. Here’s why clients across Mackay trust us:

Fixed-fee pricing and flexible payment options — so you know exactly what your legal costs will be from the start.
Local and mobile support — we regularly travel to represent clients in the Mount Isa Magistrates Court. If you can’t meet in person, we can arrange phone or video consultations to make things easier.
Experience that makes a difference — with over 20 years in court and a former police prosecutor on our team, we know how to build the strongest defence.
Personalised advice — every case is different, and we take the time to explain your rights, prepare your case, and stand up for you in court.

A drink driving charge can impact your licence, your job, and your future. The sooner you get legal advice, the more options you may have.

We can also assist with criminal offences in Mackay.