The cost of legal representation depends on the complexity of your matter and whether you are appealing a NSW licence suspension or a charge of driving on a suspended licence. As each case is different, requiring a strategy that is personalised to your circumstances, our lawyer will provide you with a quotation of your expected costs during your initial consultation.

You could face severe penalties for driving on a suspended licence, including automatic licence disqualification, substantial fines, and potential imprisonment for repeat offenders.

The key difference between licence suspension vs disqualification in NSW lies in how they are imposed and their legal consequences. A suspension is an administrative penalty imposed by Transport for NSW, usually for accumulating demerit points, unpaid fines, medical reasons, or failing to pay court-ordered penalties. They are generally for fixed periods, and your licence is automatically reinstated once the suspension period ends and any outstanding requirements are met. A licence disqualification, however, is a penalty imposed by a court following a conviction for a traffic offence such as drink driving, dangerous driving, or driving while suspended in NSW. Disqualifications prevent you from holding or obtaining a licence for a specified period, and you must reapply for your licence after the disqualification ends. In these matters of traffic law, a suspended licence solicitor in NSW can advise on your specific circumstances and the appropriate legal response.

Timelines vary depending on the type of suspension and the court's availability. If you are appealing a demerit point suspension or other administrative suspension, you must lodge your appeal within 28 days of receiving the suspension notice. Once lodged, the matter is typically listed in the Local Court within 4-8 weeks, though this can depend on court backlogs and location.

Yes, it is actually more important to. Multiple offences compound penalties and increase the likelihood of licence disqualification, higher fines, and, in serious cases, imprisonment. Your NSW traffic law suspended licence solicitor will analyse each charge separately, identify any defences or mitigating factors, and develop a comprehensive strategy to minimise the overall impact on your ability to drive.

Brydens Lawyers provides expert advice and representation for our clients in Sydney, Regional NSW and Canberra. Book a consultation online or call 1800 848 848 to take your next steps with greater clarity.