JB was charged with ‘Drive motor vehicle whilst suspended’ contrary to section 54 of the Road Transport Act 2013. This offence carries 30 penalty units or imprisonment for 6 months or both. Chris Cole acted for JB in the matter. JB relies on his licence as he cares for someone with a serious health condition.
JB had a lengthy record of driving and traffic offences such drink driving, driving whilst disqualified and other general traffic infringements.
JB completed the Traffic Offenders Rehabilitation Program prior to Sentence.
A plea of guilty was entered to the offence and the matter was listed for Sentence at the Local Court. Chris tendered affidavit’s and medical material relating to the person JB assists.
Chris was able to convince Her Honour to place JB on a Conditional Release Order without a Conviction for a period of 12 months.
This is a pleasing outcome for JB taking into account his lengthy record of driving and traffic offences.