Drink Driving on the Sunshine Coast – Why Getting Arrested by the Police Doesn’t Always Mean Losing Your Licence
For most people getting stopped by the police on the Sunshine Coast whilst driving is as stressful an experience as they are ever going to encounter. Most of us have been brought up believing that the Police are the law, and the thought that you may be able to question the decision of a police officer would never cross our minds. However, the most important thing to remember is to seek advice as quickly as possible.
It is easy to sit with your head in your hands waiting for someone to take away your licence but how much is your licence worth to you? Walking to the shops is an inconvenience but it won’t change your life. However, losing your job will and in many cases a serious driving offence, such as drink driving, dangerous driving or careless driving are seen as serious traffic offences and therefore possible grounds for dismissal.
It doesn’t just have to affect you either, it can be your family or dependants or employees. In all these cases it is imperative that you get good advice as quickly as possible. Immediately you are aware of an impending prosecution pick up the phone and speak to a specialist drink driving defence lawyer.
If you’ve been caught drink driving on the Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Caboolture, Nambour or Noosa and would like to know what your options are in defending the charge or require a work licence then you should give Neil Whittle a call. He has many years experience and will give you the advice you need. Call Neil on 0414 293 474