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Dealing with Driving Offences
Kate King Legal’s team of solicitors have lengthy experience representing clients charged with a wide range of traffic offences. This means we have the skills and knowledge to advise and represent any type of traffic offence in Western Australia.
For instance, serious traffic offences such as reckless or dangerous driving may require a thorough analysis of the accident itself. So in the event your case requires specific expertise, we are able to engage leading motor vehicle experts to assist in the defence of the matter.

Charged with a Driving Offence in Western Australia?
A driving offence in Western Australia can result in serious consequences including fines, loss of demerit points, licence disqualification, and imprisonment. Even a conviction for a relatively minor offence can have lasting effects on your licence, your employment, and your daily life. At Kate King Legal, our experienced driving offence lawyers in Perth represent clients across the full spectrum of driving charges in WA’s courts, from first-time DUI matters to serious dangerous driving allegations.
Types of Driving Offences Under WA Law
Driving offences in Western Australia are primarily governed by the Road Traffic Act 1974 (WA) and the Road Traffic (Administration) Act 2008 (WA). Common charges include:
- Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol (DUI) (Road Traffic (Administration) Act 2008)
- Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (Road Traffic (Administration) Act 2008)
- Refusing a Breath Test or Blood Test (Section 65 Road Traffic (Administration) Act 2008)
- Reckless Driving (Section 59 Road Traffic Act 1974)
- Dangerous Driving Causing Death or Grievous Bodily Harm (Section 59 Road Traffic Act 1974)
- Careless Driving (Section 62 Road Traffic Act 1974)
- Driving While Suspended or Disqualified (Road Traffic (Administration) Act 2008)
The charge you face will depend on your blood alcohol level, the manner of your driving, whether any injury or death resulted, and your prior driving history. Our driving offence lawyers will advise you on exactly what you are facing and the options available to you.
What Penalties Could You Face?
Penalties for driving offences in WA vary significantly depending on the nature and severity of the charge. A first-time drink driving offence typically results in a fine and a minimum 3-month licence disqualification. Repeat offences or high-range readings attract longer disqualification periods and may result in imprisonment. Reckless driving carries a maximum of 3 years imprisonment for a first offence, increasing to 5 years for a repeat offence. Dangerous driving causing death or grievous bodily harm can attract a maximum of 10 years imprisonment. Driving while disqualified carries its own penalties including further disqualification periods. Our lawyers will carefully assess your position and work to minimise the consequences.
Your Defence Options
Not all driving charges result in convictions or the maximum available penalty. Depending on the circumstances, defences may include challenging the accuracy or admissibility of breath or blood test results, disputing the identification of the driver, establishing a medical or necessity defence, or arguing that a licence disqualification would cause exceptional hardship. In some cases, negotiating with the prosecution may result in a charge being reduced or withdrawn. At Kate King Legal, we examine every driving matter in detail and identify every available avenue to achieve the best possible result.
Speak to The #1 Driving Offence Lawyer in Perth
Whether you’re facing a first-time DUI charge or a serious dangerous driving allegation, Kate King Legal has the expertise to defend you. Our traffic and driving offence lawyers provide direct, personal advice and strong representation from your first call through to the final outcome. Your licence and your livelihood matter to us.
Call us today on (08) 6109 9393 or complete the enquiry form below.
What to Do If You’ve Been Charged with Criminal Offence?
What to Do If You’ve Been Charged with Criminal Offence?
If you are the subject of a criminal offence, we recommend you make no comment to the police other than providing your name, date of birth, and address, until you have obtained advice from a criminal lawyer. Here are the steps we’d recommend:

1. Seek Legal Advice
2. Assess the Case
3. Evaluate The Options

4. Prepare For Court
How Kate King Legal Can Help
At Kate King Legal, we understand that dealing with driving offence charges can be one of the most stressful and serious situations a person can experience – particularly where the outcome will have a lasting impact on your record, your career, and your future. We also recognise that these matters require careful, thorough, and considered legal advice at every stage.
Our experienced lawyers work closely with each client to assess the evidence and build a strong, tailored defence strategy specific to the facts of their case. We are committed to achieving the best possible outcome and supporting our clients through every step of the process.

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