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Late-night policing in a busy entertainment precinct led to a high-range drink driving charge, a six-month license disqualification and a $750 fine. No conviction was recorded. This case illustrates how CCTV, roadside testing, and station analysis are combined in court, and why early legal advice can mitigate the consequences of a serious charge. Facts of… Continue reading High-Range Drink Driving at Night Precinct Results in Six-Month Ban and No Conviction

An early morning incident at an airport car park resulted in a charge of high-range drink driving. The client cooperated with police, entered an early plea and received a seven-month license disqualification and a $750 fine. Importantly, the court exercised its discretion not to record a conviction. Facts of the Matter In August 2025, car… Continue reading High-range drink drive at airport car park, no conviction recorded

The practice of winding back speedometers in vehicles is not only unethical but also illegal. Unfortunately, it still occurs in the car dealership industry in Queensland. In this article, we will explore the issue of motor dealers winding back speedometers in Queensland, the investigative and punitive powers of the Office of Fair Trading (OFT), and… Continue reading Motor Dealers Winding Back Speedometers in Queensland: The Role of the Office of Fair Trading

Queensland Magistrate’s Shocking Judgement with $1 Million Fine for Disgraced Liquidated Firm in First-Ever Claim Farming Prosecution In a landmark ruling, a Brisbane Magistrate has dealt a crushing blow to claim farming by fining Accident Management Solutions Pty Ltd (AMS) a staggering $1 million in the state’s first successful prosecution under new laws. Peter Saggers,… Continue reading Claim Farming Defeated? Brisbane Magistrate Fines Liquidated Firm $1 Million