What happens if you get caught drink driving in Qld?

If you have been caught drink driving, and it is your first offence then the maximum suspension periods range from 9 months to 12 months with fines ranging from $1593.90 to $3187.80. If you are on a learner, probationary or provisional licence then you are on a no alcohol limit.

Can you drink and drive in Qld?

Alcohol BAC limits by licence type In Queensland, Learner, Provisional and Probationary Licence holders are not permitted to drive after drinking any alcohol. They must have a zero blood/breath alcohol concentration (0.0 BAC) limit. Open licence holders must have a BAC lower than 0.05.

Is drink driving a criminal offence?

Is drink driving a criminal offence? Yes, drink driving is a criminal offence under Section 5(a) of the Road Traffic Act 1988. Driving while exceeding the legal limit can result in a criminal record, a driving disqualification, an unlimited fine and in serious cases a prison sentence!

Do you get a criminal record for drink driving in Australia?

If you appear in court for a drink driving offence, the magistrate may make a comment about drink driving being a “traffic offence”, similar to speeding fines or parking tickets. This is because drink driving convictions appear on a person’s traffic history and not their criminal history.

Is drink driving a criminal conviction Qld?

A drink driving offence is a regulatory traffic offence, and you will not receive a criminal record, unless you are driving dangerously in addition to your intoxication, resulting in a police charge of dangerous operation of a vehicle.

Is drink driving a criminal offence in Qld?

No Criminal Conviction for DUI Qld In the state of Queensland when it comes to criminal offences then by general rule of thumb Courts will generally be obliged to record a criminal conviction against an offender.

How will a drink driving conviction affect my career?

Can a drink driving conviction effect my employment? Yes. Being found guilty of drink driving can affect your employment status. Withholding any information regarding known convictions can amount to a criminal offence.

Do you get a criminal record for drink driving?

Can a drink driving conviction be removed?

A drink driving conviction or DR10 endorsement will remain on your driving licence for 11 years from the date of conviction. However, these points are considered ‘spent’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 after 5 years.