Traffic Offences We Defend in Brisbane
Dangerous Operation of a Vehicle (Section 328A, Criminal Code)
Under section 328A of the Criminal Code Act 1899 (Qld), dangerous operation of a vehicle is a serious criminal offence. The base offence carries a maximum penalty of 3 years imprisonment. Where the dangerous operation causes grievous bodily harm, the maximum increases to 10 years. Where it causes death, the maximum is 14 years. Aggravating factors — including being adversely affected by alcohol or drugs, racing, or excessive speed — significantly increase these penalties.
Driving While Disqualified or Suspended
Driving while your licence is disqualified or suspended is a serious offence under section 78 of the TORUM Act and can result in further disqualification periods, fines, and imprisonment. Repeat offenders face increasingly severe penalties.
Unlicensed Driving
Driving without a valid licence attracts penalties including fines and disqualification. The severity depends on whether you have never held a licence or whether your licence has expired or been cancelled.
Evading Police
Failing to stop for police is an offence under section 754 of the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000 (Qld) and carries significant penalties including imprisonment.
Drink Driving and Drug Driving
These are among the most common traffic offences and are covered in detail on our Brisbane drink driving lawyers page. Drug driving offences are covered under section 79(2AA) of the TORUM Act — read more about drug driving in Queensland.
Hooning Offences
Queensland has strict anti-hooning laws targeting dangerous driving, excessive noise, and illegal street racing. Penalties can include vehicle impoundment and forfeiture.
