I have been charged with a drink-driving offence. Does the QLD Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program apply to me?

We understand that the process of being charged with a drink-driving offence can be incredibly stressful. Not only do you need to consider the court process, but also any other consequences that may flow. Let’s consider the Queensland Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program and when it may apply to you. Does the Queensland alcohol interlock program apply to you? You will be required to complete the interlock program if you are charged and are found guilty or plead guilty to any of the following ‘high-risk’ drink-driving offences: Drive, or attempt to put in motion or be in charge of a vehicle under...

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Case Summary – Serious Assault Person Over 60 (Road Rage Incident)

Posted by Shantelle Wallace

in Criminal Law & Offences

OFFENCES: Serious assault person over 60 SOLICITOR: Erin Mitchell COURT: Southport Magistrates Court DATE: April 2023 TRIAL/ PLEA: Plea of guilty FACTS Our client found themselves involved in a road rage incident and unfortunately, due to a ‘heat of the moment’ decision, they were ultimately charged with assaulting a person over 60, an offence that carries a maximum penalty of 7 years imprisonment.[1] Due to the serious nature of the charge, namely, that it involved an act of violence/ causing physical harm to another person, a sentence of imprisonment is not a last resort[2], even for a person with limited or no criminal history. By way of...

I have been charged with a drink-driving offence. Does the QLD Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program apply to me?

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I have been charged with a drink-driving offence. Does the QLD Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program apply to me?

Case Summary – Serious Assault Person Over 60 (Road Rage Incident)

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