Here at The Defenders, our Criminal lawyers in Parramatta fight criminal offences for learner drivers, as well as P1 and P2-Platers.
The following is a helpful guide for new drivers that explores driving offences and their consequences, as well as how criminal defence lawyers can help.How Do Demerit Points Work?Demerit points are accumulated when an offence is committed and are added to your driving record.
If you do not have any offences, you have zero demerit points.Depending on the licence you hold, the limit of demerit points you can receive varies until you get a suspension or fine.
For learner, P1 and P2 licence holders, the suspension period is 3 months.Most demerit points remain on your licence for four years from the date of the offence.
The suspension will last for a period of three months, and a minimum of 4 demerit points will be accumulated for any offence.Speeding more than 30 km/h over the speed limit is considered an excessive speeding offence and may result in larger consequences.
For a second offence, you can face a fine of $5,500 or two years imprisonment or both.If found guilty of driving with an illicit drug in your oral fluid, blood or urine, you could face a fine of $2,200 for the first offence and $3,300 for a second offence.Common and Unlikely Offences for P-PlatersCan I Use my Phone Whilst Driving?Learner and P-Plate drivers in NSW cannot use a phone in any way whilst driving.