In NSW, if a driver is caught
committing a major traffic offence, NSW police can suspend that driver’s
licence on the spot. Further to the above, it should be noted that the police
can also give a person an immediate licence suspension notice at any time
within 48 hours after a person has been charged or after they have received a
fine.
It should be noted that the
person’s Driver’s licence will be suspended immediately upon receiving the
notice on the spot.
It should also be
noted that for more serious offences, police can also impound the driver’s
vehicle or even confiscate the number plates of that motor vehicle.
Police have the power to suspend a
person’s drivers’ licence on the spot if any of the following occurs:
–
Committing
a serious Driving Offence causing GBH (Grievous Bodily Harm) or Death.
–
Refusing
or failing to submit to a breath test or a blood sample.
–
Driving
a Motor Vehicle Unaccompanied by a supervising driver (Learner Licence Holder).
–
Exceed
Speed more than 30km/h over the limit (Learner or Provisional Licence)
–
Exceed
Speed more than 45km/h over the limit (Unrestricted Driver Licence)
–
Street
Racing offence/ aggravated burnout offence/ or other related offences.
–
PCA
related offence (Drive with a prescribed concentration of Alcohol) or under the
influence of Alcohol.
–
Drive
under the influence of drugs
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 November 2024.
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