Our 35-year-old client appeared before the Frankston Magistrates’ Court facing high-range drink driving charges. With a blood alcohol reading well above the legal limit and a prior history of drink driving, he was at serious risk of a conviction, lengthy disqualification, and possible visa complications that could jeopardise his ability to remain in Australia.
What made this case particularly high-stakes was that a recorded conviction would likely trigger immigration consequences, putting our client’s residency in Australia at serious risk.
Our experienced team at Elbob & Stephenson Legal undertook a detailed and strategic approach:
As a result, the Court was satisfied that a non-conviction sentence was appropriate. The matter was finalised with:
Remarkably, the outcome secured on this occasion was less severe than the sentence our client received for his first drink driving offence, despite the current matter being significantly more serious. This highlights the critical value of engaging experienced and strategic legal representation when facing the court.
Facing High-Range Drink Driving Charges at Frankston Magistrates’ Court?
Don’t leave your future to chance.
