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Applying For a Restricted Work Licence
A Work Licence can allow you to continue to drive for work during a disqualification period for DUI.
Eligibility Criteria
No Prior Disqualifications
You cannot have lost your licence in the last 5 years, other than some minor exceptions.
Held A Valid Licence
You must have held a QLD driver licence which did not require a 0-blood alcohol reading at the time of the offence.
Reading Below 0.15
If police charged you with drink driving, your reading must have been below 0.15.
Were Not Driving for Work Purposes at The Time
You must not have been driving for your job at the time of the offence.
Have Not Previously Held a Restricted Licence
You must not have held a Work Licence, or other type of restricted licence within the last 5 years.
How To Apply for A Work Licence
Your lawyer will draft your affidavit material to demonstrate the following key requirements.
1. You Are a Fit & Proper Person to Hold a Restricted Work Licence
The Court will examine the circumstances of the offence against your driving history. They will then determine this by considering the safety of other road users and the public.
It is crucial to satisfy the Magistrate of this point, as otherwise, they cannot grant you a Work Licence.
If you believe you have a poor driving history, this does not necessarily mean you cannot get a Work Licence. We can review your history to first advise you on your prospects.
We have success with challenging applications.
2. You Will Suffer Extreme Hardship If Not Granted a Restricted Work Licence
You must also show that failing to grant your application would deprive you of the ability to earn a living. The Court will look at your finances and whether this would cause you, or your family, to suffer hardship. It is likely you will suffer hardship, if, without a Restricted licence:
- you would lose your job;
- you would lose your income; or
- your business would suffer significantly.
Generally, you must meet the below criteria to be eligible for a Restricted Work Licence. We can review your situation and let you know whether you are eligible to apply.
Q. What Charges Allow You to Apply for A Work Licence?
You may be eligible to apply for a Work Licence during your licence disqualification for a charge of driving with a blood alcohol concentration (drink driving) or driving with a relevant drug in your system (drug driving).
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When To Contact a Lawyer
Call us today to discuss your application with an experienced driving lawyer. AW Drink Driving Lawyers are focused on results. Our lawyers are here if you would like:
- to know more about Work Licence Applications;
- to get legal advice on your situation; or
- to engage a lawyer to appear with you in Court.
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Why Choose Us
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