‘Dangerous
Driving’ is
one of the most serious offences under the Road Transport Act in NSW and the
penalties which the offender may receive will be subject to a variety of facts
and circumstances, for example was anyone harmed? Was the driver intoxicated?
Was the Driver Driving in a dangerous manner for an extended period? And many
other considerations. A person who is found guilty of such an offence can face mandatory
licence disqualification by the court as well as fines or even a term of
imprisonment!
Dangerous
Driving Occasioning Grievous Bodily Harm
A person
who is found guilty by the Court can be sentenced up to 7 years imprisonment if
the matter is dealt with in the District Court! This offence occurs in
circumstances where a person’s dangerous driving results in another person
sustaining a serious injury to their body. Did you know that if the offence was
aggravated, a person can face up to 11 years imprisonment?!
Drive
in a manner Dangerous.
This
offence is usually dealt with in the Local Court and the maximum penalty is a
term of imprisonment of 9 months and or a fine of 20 penalty units for a first
offence.
Dangerous
Driving Occasioning Death
If dealt
with on indictment in the District Court, this offence has a maximum penalty of
up to 10 years imprisonment. This offence occurs in circumstances where a
person’s dangerous driving results in another person’s death. Did you know that
if the offence was aggravated, a person can face up to 14 years imprisonment?!
It is very important that you speak with a lawyer so that you can
get the appropriate legal advice which you require prior to going to court.
Our team
of experienced solicitors are there for you and can help you answer all your
questions, so be sure to contact
Nicopoulos Sabbagh Lawyers.
*This article correctly reflects the Laws of NSW as at 15th
February 2023.
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