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No Conviction for Client Facing Serious Driving Charges at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court

Our 37-year-old client with prior history facing driving whilst suspended and identity concealment charges received no conviction and only a nominal fine at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court. Despite serious charges that typically result in harsh penalties and further disqualification, strategic legal submissions highlighting rehabilitation efforts secured a better outcome than his previous driving matter.

  • Driving Whilst Suspended

Case Overview

Melbourne Magistrates Court 

Charge: Driving Whilst Suspended

Client: 37-year-old male

No Conviction for Client Facing Serious Driving Charges at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court

At Elbob & Stephenson Legal, we recently achieved an outstanding result for a 37-year-old male client who appeared before the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court charged with multiple serious driving offences, including:

  • Driving Whilst Suspended, and
  • Charges relating to attempting to conceal his identity from police.

What made the matter particularly serious was our client’s prior history, as well as the fact that he was caught driving during his suspension period. These circumstances typically attract harsh penalties including further disqualification periods, hefty fines, and in many cases, a conviction recorded.

However, through careful preparation, strategic legal submissions, and strong advocacy, our office was able to present the matter in a way that highlighted our client’s rehabilitation efforts, his genuine remorse, and the negative impact a conviction would have on his employment and future prospects.

After hearing our submissions, the Magistrate agreed to impose:

  • A nominal fine
  • No conviction recorded under section 8(1)(b) of the Sentencing Act 1991 (Vic)
  • No additional licence suspension, despite the serious nature of the offending.

The outcome was significantly more favourable than what the client received for a previous driving matter, a result that speaks volumes about the value of quality legal representation from the outset.

Charged with Driving Whilst Suspended or Facing a Court Date?

If you’re facing criminal charges such as Driving Whilst Suspended, or if you’re due to appear at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, you need experienced criminal defence lawyers who know how to protect your record, your licence, and your future.

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