A DUI Case at the Wynnum Magistrates Court in Brisbane
On a recent day, a DUI case was heard at the Wynnum Magistrates Court in Brisbane. The defendant, a 46-year-old man with a clean record, was charged with high range drink driving. In this article, we will discuss the details of the case and the outcome of the trial.
The Defendant’s History and Offense
The defendant had been driving for 29 years and had a few minor entries on his traffic record. He had no prior history of drink or drug driving and had no criminal record. However, on the night of the offense, he made a very foolish decision. He had consumed three or four Rum and Cokes and decided to drive a kilometer down the road. On his way back, he was pulled over by the police, who alleged that he almost sideswiped one of their vehicles. The breath test showed a reading of 0.157, well above the legal limit.
The Defendant’s Work and License
The defendant was an electrician and a manager of a large company with several staff members reporting to him. Unfortunately, he was not eligible for a work license, and the minimum period of disqualification for a first-time high range drink driving offense in Queensland is six months.
The Defendant’s Rehabilitation
The defendant went to the traffic offenders program and provided evidence of his participation to the court. He also explained to the court that he had been suffering from alcoholism for the past 24 years and had taken a good, hard look at himself. He had a meeting with Alcohol and Other Drug Services, a community-based alcohol counseling group, and had been abstinent from alcohol since the offense. He was doing well in his rehabilitation.
The Court’s Verdict
The Magistrate was receptive to the defendant’s case, and due to his good record, steps taken to assist himself, and early guilty plea, the defendant was given the minimum period of six months of disqualification and a reduced fine of $800. The magistrate encouraged the defendant to spread the word and lessons learned from the Traffic Offender Program.
Conclusion
The defendant’s case was a positive outcome. He is unlikely to have apear back before the court system again with a first-time DUI offense. If you have any questions or queries regarding DUI cases or legal assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact Borman Lawyers on 1300 941 900.
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