If a driver is a repeat or if a driver is a high-risk Drink
Driving or Drug Driving offender, then the NSW Police can apply for that
person’s vehicle to be sanctioned!
What does this mean?
This means that, if you have had a prior Drug Driving
conviction or even a prior Drink Driving Conviction in the past 5 years
and you have been caught once again committing an offence, then police can
confiscate your vehicle or even your licence plates!
Vehicle sanctions can be applicable to the following
offenders who commit the following offences:
·
Mid-range PCA offences (BAC of 0.08 to less than
0.15)
·
High range PCA offences (a BAC of 0.15 or more)
·
Combined drug and alcohol offences
·
When a person refuses or fails to do additional
tests after failing an initial roadside breath or saliva test. (a refusal type
offence).
For more information in relation to ALL vehicle sanctions,
please be sure to visit the NSW government website which can provide you with a
wealth of information regarding this topic and more: https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/demerits-penalties-and-offences/fines-and-penalty-notices/vehicle-sanctions
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 18th October 2022.
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