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Driving under the influence (DUI) is the crime or offense of driving, operating, or being in control of a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol or other drugs (including recreational drugs and those prescribed by physicians), to a level that renders the driver incapable of operating a motor vehicle safely.

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    Hi there, could someone please help me. My ex-partner would like to take our daughter overseas to New Zealand for a holiday. Our daughter is 4 1/2 years old. Currently, there are no family court orders in place. We have an active AVO in place. In terms of visitation, he does not have her on...
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    ACT High Range PCA After Previous DUI's - Chances of Jail?

    I was arrested last night for high range PCA after taking out a street light.10 years ago, I also had a high range DUI, and 13 years ago, a mid range. I also attempted to move the vehicle off the curb and back onto the road before being pulled up by the police. I will need to see an attorney...
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    WA Immigration Law - Ex with Criminal Record - Possible Deportation?

    My ex is not an Australian citizen and has almost completed an 8-month prison sentence for breaching VRO. He also has 1 Grievous Bodily Harm conviction and 2 Assault convictions as well as 6 DUI convictions on his criminal record. I am aware he is subject to an Immigration Review. My question...
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    QLD Second Drink Driving Offence and DUI - Will I Go to Jail?

    What would my likely penalty be? I have now been charged with a second drink driving offence - both low range. But I also have one DUI charge. My traffic history is moderate and all within the last 5 years. I'm in QLD. Will I go to jail?
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    QLD Charged with DUI in NSW - Can I Still Drive in QLD?

    Got caught low range dui in nsw. I'm suspended for 3 months can. I still drive in qld?
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    QLD First DUI Offence Under Traffic Law - Fine and Disqualification Period?

    One week ago I got caught driving in qld with midrange 0.13! My first DUI offence. I came home with a taxi after few beers and maybe 1h later I stupidly decided to get a coke from the petrol station 2 min away! I shouldn't have driven. I don't really want them to get my work licence otherwise I...
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    NSW Uninsured Car Written Off - No Car Insurance

    Really hoping you guys can help me as i'm in a bit of a terrible position. Almost 12 months ago my car was parked out the front of my house when it was smashed into and written off by an underage, unlicenced drunk driver. My insurance had lapsed and my car insurance company had refused to...
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    WA Court Appearance - Will I Have Trouble Going on Overseas Holiday?

    Hi there , I have a scheduled court appearance on the 6th August for a DUI charge. I had a overseas holiday to Bali booked for this weekend for a few days and was wondering if I will have any trouble, etc. leaving the country? Any advice or help would be greatly appreciated!
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    WA Drink Driving on Suspension - Results of Court Appearance?

    A friend has been charged for drink driving (DUI) while under suspension, and was the charged with driving while suspended. What are the likely results from court appearance in WA?
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    WA DUI - Appeal Drink Driving Conviction?

    I received a conviction for DUI (drink driving) in July 2014. It was issued in my absence as I was overseas. The circumstances were that I was of the belief that I was drinking low alcohol beer which was purchased for me. The person in question has admitted they in fact purchased full strength...