Traffic lawyers Melbourne
Rowan Skinner is a former barrister of the Victorian Bar who specialises in all matters related to traffic offences.
We are experienced traffic lawyers that can help you if you are facing large fines, the threat of losing your licence or other serious penalties in relation to traffic or driving charges.
We can assist you to avoid or minimalise penalties in relation to all traffic and driving charges, includes:
- Driving whilst disqualified/suspended/unlicenced;
- Careless and dangerous driving
- Dangerous driving causing death and serious injury,
- Conduct endangering life or reckless conduct endangering life
- Failing to stop at an accident
- dangerous driving including speeding
- drink and drug driving (link to Drink Driving Lawyers?)
A traffic or driving offence penalty is much more than just an inconvenience
We understand that minor offences, which can result in a fine or a temporary loss of licence, can have a significant financial and personal impact on your life, employment and future.
Unfortunately, even minor offences can have a much greater impact on your future.
Subsequent charges of any traffic or driving offences, even minor charges, can lead to more serious penalties including lengthy community corrections orders or custodial sentences, that is jail.
The Road Safety Act deals with recurring traffic and driving offences by imposing harsher penalties with each subsequent charge.
If you have been charged, or previously charged, with a traffic or driving offence, we can help protect your future and have the experienced required to ensure you can avoid or minimise any penalties, including in some circumstances, criminal conviction.
For more information from an experienced traffic lawyer in Melbourne, contact us on (03) 9995 9155.
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What types of traffic offences do you handle?
We assist with a wide range of traffic offences including driving while disqualified, careless and dangerous driving, speeding, drink and drug driving, failing to stop at an accident, and offences causing serious injury or death.
What should I do if I’m charged with a traffic offence?
It’s important to seek legal advice before speaking with the police or attending court. A qualified traffic lawyer can guide you on your rights and help minimise penalties.
Can traffic offences lead to criminal convictions?
Yes. Some traffic offences, especially repeat or serious offences like dangerous driving causing injury, can lead to criminal convictions with severe penalties.
How serious are minor traffic offences?
Even minor offences can affect your licence, insurance, employment, and future opportunities. Repeated offences attract harsher penalties under the Road Safety Act.
Can you help me avoid losing my driver’s licence?
Our experienced lawyers work hard to help clients avoid licence suspensions or minimise the length of disqualification where possible.
What penalties might I face for traffic offences?
Penalties can include fines, demerit points, licence suspension, community correction orders, or imprisonment in serious cases.
Are drink and drug driving offences included?
Yes, we handle all drink and drug driving matters, helping clients understand their options and build strong defences.
Can I be charged with a traffic offence if I didn’t cause an accident?
Yes. Charges can relate to careless or dangerous driving, even if you were not directly responsible for a crash.
How can a traffic lawyer help me?
A lawyer can review the facts of your case, negotiate with prosecutors, represent you in court, and work to achieve the best possible outcome.
How do I book a consultation with Rowan Skinner & Associates?
Simply call us at (03) 9995 9155 or fill out our online enquiry form to schedule a confidential consultation.