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Beaudesert Traffic Lawyer saves job by getting Special Hardship Work Licence

By Joshua Boorman · Published · QLD posts

In shortOur Beaudesert Traffic Lawyer from Boorman Lawyers appeared at Beaudesert Magistrates Court and successfully achieved a Special Hardship Work Licence for our client. At the Beaudesert Magistrates Court today, Boorman Lawyers successfully argued for a special hardship order for their client.

  • Beaudesert Traffic Lawyer Successfully Argues Special Hardship Order for Client
  • Proving Significant Financial Hardship
  • Demonstrating Fit and Proper Person Status

Queensland law · law checked 21 Oct 2026

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Our Beaudesert Traffic Lawyer from Boorman Lawyers appeared at Beaudesert Magistrates Court and successfully achieved a Special Hardship Work Licence for our client.

Beaudesert Traffic Lawyer Successfully Argues Special Hardship Order for Client

At the Beaudesert Magistrates Court today, Boorman Lawyers successfully argued for a special hardship order for their client. A special hardship order is a type of application that can be made when a driver has lost all their points, has been put on a good behavior license, and then breaches that license or is caught for high-range speeding.

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Beaudesert Traffic Lawyer saves job by getting Special Hardship Work Licence This video was published before 31 August 2026, when Queensland drink driving penalties changed, so the penalties discussed may not reflect current law.

In this case, the client had lost all their points and was put on a good behavior driver’s license with two points for 12 months. However, halfway through that period, they were caught speeding and received three points, breaching the good behavior license. Boorman Lawyers then represented the client in court to ask for one last chance to keep their license.

Proving Significant Financial Hardship

To successfully argue for the special hardship order, Boorman Lawyers needed to demonstrate that their client would suffer significant financial hardship if they were unable to continue driving. To do this, they obtained an affidavit prepared by the client’s boss, who confirmed the critical role that the client plays as a tow truck driver, and how not being able to drive would impact their ability to work.

Additionally, Boorman Lawyers had the client prepare their own affidavit, detailing their work obligations, home and family life, and the fact that they were a single income earner supporting four kids of their own as well as four foster children. A breakdown of expenses was also included to show that without a job, their family would suffer significant financial hardship.

Demonstrating Fit and Proper Person Status

The court also needed to be convinced that the client was a fit and proper person to be granted a special hardship order and a restricted license for work. To do this, Boorman Lawyers had the client complete the traffic offenders program, which demonstrated their commitment to traffic education and being a safer driver on the road.

Boorman Lawyers were successful in arguing for the special hardship order, and the court granted the client a restricted license for work, specifically for driving their tow truck. The client must wear their uniform at all times when working, and the restrictions will be in place for a period of six months.

A Grateful Client

The client was extremely grateful for the outcome, as it meant they could keep their job and continue to provide for their family. Boorman Lawyers urged anyone with traffic offenses or legal issues in Queensland and New South Wales to contact them for help.

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If you need assistance with traffic or criminal offenses in Queensland and New South Wales, please contact Boorman Lawyers on 1300 941 900 or visit our website. You can also find them on various social media platforms and subscribe to their YouTube channel for legal updates and information.

What this Beaudesert Magistrates Court matter shows

To recap: Boorman Lawyers were successful in arguing for the special hardship order, and the court granted the client a restricted license for work, specifically for driving their tow truck. We appeared on this matter at Beaudesert Magistrates Court. Preparation here involved a traffic offenders program certificate, affidavit evidence and evidence of hardship. For a a work licence application charge in Queensland, you can call 1300 941 900 before your court date.

Current Queensland traffic law covers a work licence application penalties in detail. Each case turns on its own facts, so treat this Beaudesert Magistrates Court result as general information, not legal advice. Call 1300 941 900 or make an enquiry about legal representation.

FAQs about this post

What was this a work licence application matter about?

Our Beaudesert Traffic Lawyer from Boorman Lawyers appeared at Beaudesert Magistrates Court and successfully achieved a Special Hardship Work Licence for our client. At the Beaudesert Magistrates Court today, Boorman Lawyers successfully argued for a special hardship order for their client.

What did the magistrate order?

A special hardship order is a type of application that can be made when a driver has lost all their points, has been put on a good behavior license, and then breaches that license or is caught for high-range speeding.

Is this April 2023 post still current?

It dates from 24 April 2023. Any later changes to Queensland law on a work licence application are flagged in the dated note above; the Queensland law pages are kept current.

Sources and date checked

Sources and references for this page, checked 21 Oct 2026.

This page is general information about Queensland law only. It is not legal advice. Every matter turns on its own facts.

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