Traffic & Driving
Dangerous & Negligent Driving
Serious driving charges where a licence, and sometimes liberty, is on the line.
Charges like dangerous driving, negligent driving, reckless driving and police pursuit are the serious end of traffic law. They can carry imprisonment and long disqualifications, and the more serious ones are heard in the District Court.
City Group Legal defends serious driving charges, testing how the driving is characterised and preparing strong cases on both defended hearings and sentence.
What's at stake. Negligent driving ranges from fines to imprisonment where death or grievous bodily harm results. Dangerous and reckless driving carry significant maximum penalties and lengthy disqualifications, higher again for aggravated circumstances or a prior record.
How we defend dangerous & negligent driving
We test how the manner of driving is characterised, the reliability of the evidence, and any factors that reduce culpability. Where the matter should stay in the Local Court or resolve to a lesser charge, we press for it, and prepare sentence thoroughly where a plea is right.
Frequently asked
What is the difference between negligent and dangerous driving?
Negligent driving is a failure to drive with the care a reasonable driver would. Dangerous driving requires driving in a manner dangerous to the public, a higher threshold. Which is charged makes a large difference to the penalty.
Can I avoid a disqualification?
Sometimes. Depending on the charge, your record and the circumstances, a non-conviction or a reduced disqualification may be available. These outcomes are earned through careful preparation.
The earlier we start, the more we can do.
Whether you’ve been charged, arrested, or are helping a family member, the earliest advice is the most valuable.