Drink Driving Offences
Drink driving offences occur when an individual has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over 0.05%, or for provisional licence holders, having any concentration of alcohol. There are three categories:

1. Low Range/ Novice: BAC from 0.05% to 0.079%. Novice being for provisional drivers in which their BAC is between 0.01-0.05%

2. Mid-Range: BAC between 0.08% to 0.15%. 

3. High Range: BAC over 0.15%
   

Drug Driving Offences
Drug driving offences are often detected through roadside drug tests which use saliva samples to test for the following illicit substances:

• Cannabis 

• Ecstasy or MDMA 

• Cocaine 

• Methamphetamine 

If the results are positive, police can suspend you and request further tests such as blood or urine samples before charging you.

If you have been charged with a Prescribed Concentration of Alcohol (PCA) or drug driving offence, it is important to seek legal advice early. We can assist you in preparing your matter for court and advising you on the best course of action.

Kate Maher Criminal and Traffic Law will guide you through each step of the process and work towards resolving your matter efficiently and effectively.

Sentences
Sentences for drink and/ or drug driving can range from fines, interlock devices, licence disqualifications and, in addition to the other criminal penalties of Conditional Release Order (CRO), Community Correction Order (CCO), Intensive Correction Order (ICO) and full time imprisonment.

Our guidance will ensure you obtain the best result for your circumstance.