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Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer gets Client Work Licence for High Range Speeding

By Joshua Boorman · Published · QLD posts

In shortOur Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer from Boorman Lawyers appeared on behalf of our client who was facing a High Range Speeding offence which attracts an automatic suspension of 6 month. We successfully applied for a work licence at Southport Magistrates Court on the Gold Coast. Navigating traffic law can be a daunting task, especially when faced with severe penalties.

  • Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer win client a Work Licence
  • High Range Speeding – Case Overview
  • Work Licence – The Legal Process

Queensland law · law checked 21 Oct 2026

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Our Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer from Boorman Lawyers appeared on behalf of our client who was facing a High Range Speeding offence which attracts an automatic suspension of 6 month. We successfully applied for a work licence at Southport Magistrates Court on the Gold Coast.

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Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer gets Client Work Licence for High Range Speeding This video was published before 31 August 2026, when Queensland drink driving penalties changed, so the penalties discussed may not reflect current law.

Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer win client a Work Licence

Navigating traffic law can be a daunting task, especially when faced with severe penalties. In this blog post, we’ll delve into a real-life example handled by a seasoned Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer at Southport Magistrates Court. This case study involves a client who faced a high-range speeding charge and the successful application for a special hardship order.

High Range Speeding – Case Overview

At Southport Magistrates Court, a client was represented in an application for a special hardship order, commonly referred to as a work license. The client had been charged with high-range speeding, clocked at 106 km/h in a 60 km/h zone. This offense attracted a $1,200 fine and an automatic six-month license suspension.

The Incident

The speeding incident occurred when the client overtook a slow-moving vehicle, which was later revealed to be a baiting police car. The rapid acceleration in a newly opened second lane led to the client’s immediate pull-over and subsequent charge.

Once notified of the impending suspension, the client contacted the Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer to apply for a special hardship order. This process involved several steps:

1. Affidavit Submission: Extensive affidavit material was prepared and submitted, including statements from the client and the client’s employer. These affidavits needed to be signed, witnessed by a Justice of the Peace, and lodged with the court. 2. Service of Documents: The documents were also served upon the Queensland Transport and Main Roads Department. 3. Court Hearing: At the court hearing, submissions were made to demonstrate the client’s need for a work license and the financial hardship that would result from a suspension.

Outcome of Work Drivers Licence Application

The court agreed that the client was a fit and proper person to be granted a work license. Consequently, the client was issued a work license valid from 4:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., seven days a week, strictly for employment purposes as a landscaper. This decision allowed the client to avoid the financial disaster that a six-month suspension would have caused.

Final thoughts from Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer

This case highlights the importance of having a knowledgeable Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer when dealing with severe traffic offenses. The legal experience and meticulous preparation resulted in a favorable outcome, allowing the client to continue working and maintaining their livelihood. If you find yourself facing similar charges, seeking professional legal advice is crucial.

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What this Southport Magistrates Court matter shows

The result in brief: Outcome of Work Drivers Licence Application The court agreed that the client was a fit and proper person to be granted a work license. Southport Magistrates Court dealt with this high range drink driving matter. The court was given affidavit evidence, material from an employer and evidence of hardship. Facing high range drink driving in Queensland? Call 1300 941 900 to discuss the charge and your record.

Read more on high range drink driving in the Queensland traffic law section. What happened at Southport Magistrates Court is general information, not legal advice for your case. Call 1300 941 900 or make an enquiry about legal representation.

FAQs about this post

What was the high range drink driving charge?

Our Gold Coast Traffic Lawyer from Boorman Lawyers appeared on behalf of our client who was facing a High Range Speeding offence which attracts an automatic suspension of 6 month. We successfully applied for a work licence at Southport Magistrates Court on the Gold Coast.

What did the magistrate order?

This case study involves a client who faced a high-range speeding charge and the successful application for a special hardship order.

Is this July 2024 post still current?

This was first published 6 July 2024. For high range drink driving today, check the current Queensland law page as well as any dated note on this post.

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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