Driving and Traffic Offences

Being charged with a driving or traffic offence can have serious consequences, including fines, licence suspension or cancellation, demerit points, criminal convictions, and in some cases, imprisonment. At Scomparin & Bernardi Lawyers, we provide practical legal advice and strong court representation to help you achieve the best possible outcome based on the circumstances of your case.

With over 50 years of serving the Melbourne community, we understand how stressful traffic charges can be. Our lawyers will explain your legal rights, assess the evidence, and guide you through every stage of the legal process. Whether you are facing a minor infringement or a more serious offence, we are committed to protecting your interests and minimising the impact on your personal and professional life.

Our Driving & Traffic Law Services

Drink Driving (DUI & PCA)

If you have been charged with drink driving or exceeding the prescribed blood alcohol concentration, we can advise you on your options and represent you in Court. We work to achieve the most favourable outcome possible while ensuring you understand the penalties and licence implications.

Drug Driving Offences

We assist clients charged with driving under the influence of drugs or testing positive during roadside drug testing. Our lawyers can explain the legal process and represent you throughout your matter.

Dangerous & Careless Driving

Charges involving dangerous, careless, or reckless driving can carry significant penalties. We provide experienced legal advice and representation to ensure your case is properly presented before the Court.

Driving While Suspended, Cancelled or Disqualified

Driving without a valid licence is a serious offence that may result in additional periods of disqualification, fines, or imprisonment. We advise clients on their legal options and represent them in Court proceedings.

Excessive Speeding Offences

If you have been charged with excessive speeding or serious speeding offences, we can advise you regarding licence suspension, penalties, and possible defences.

Unlicensed Driving

Whether your licence has expired, you never held a licence, or there are other circumstances surrounding the charge, we can assist you in understanding your legal position and representing you in Court.

Accident-Related Offences

We represent clients involved in traffic matters where personal injury or property damage has occurred, including allegations arising from motor vehicle accidents.

Heavy Vehicle & Commercial Driver Offences

Professional drivers rely on their licence for their livelihood. We provide practical legal advice for commercial drivers facing traffic charges and work to minimise the impact on their employment wherever possible.

Licence Appeals

If you are eligible to appeal a licence suspension or disqualification, our lawyers can advise you on the process and represent you in the appropriate Court.

Court Representation

We regularly appear in the Magistrates’ Court on behalf of clients charged with traffic and driving offences. Our goal is to present your case effectively and seek the most favourable outcome available under the law.

If you would like to discuss any of the above matters and your specific circumstances in relation to any aspect of Wills, Powers of Attorney or estates, including defending or making a claim against an estate, please email us at admin@sblawpartners.com.au or call us on (03) 9489 2488 for a no obligation discussion.