CRIMINAL LAW and TRAFFIC

We have particular expertise in acting for clients charged with offences contrary to the Police Offences Act 1935 (Tas), Criminal Code Act 1924 (Tas), and other State and Federal Legislation. We can offer comprehensive advice regarding your options, the Court process, and can represent you in Court.

We can assist you with making an application for a Family Violence Order or Restraint Order, or responding to an application against you, including responding to an application for a Police Family Violence order. We can also assist with applications to vary, or to revoke orders, and can represent you at a conciliation conference and/or hearing.

See our dedicated Family Violence page for more information.

Drink driving in Tasmania is usually a serious offence. If you have been charged with any offence under the Road Safety (Alcohol and Drugs) Act 1970, including 'drug driving', we can assist you. We can also advise you regarding your eligibility for a hardship licence (restricted driver licence) and make an application to the Court on your behalf.

See our dedicated drink driving and drug driving page for more information.

Magistrates in Tasmania have the power to make a special hardship order which allows a person to obtain a restricted driver licence, however these orders are only made under very strict criteria and upon satisfying strict legal tests.

We are experienced lawyers in this field, and we offer fixed fee representation.

See our dedicated restricted licence page for more information.

Tasmania has very particular and strict laws regarding the licensing, possession, storage and use of firearms. If you have been charged with an offence under the Firearms Act 1996 (Tas), or have had your firearms licence suspended, we can help.

If you've been charged with a traffic offence, from a minor infringement to a more serious charge such as Evading Police, it could have potentially serious consequences for your employment and licence status. We have the expertise to advise, negotiate, and represent you, with a proven track record of success.

Dealing with the Police can be incredibly stressful. Many people are unaware that they only have to provide Police with certain information when they are speaking to them. We can advise you regarding your legal rights prior to you speaking with Police.