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Charged with Drug Driving in Sutherland?
Sutherland Local Court serves the Sutherland Shire and St George area, including matters from Kogarah. Blackridge Law appears at Sutherland to provide experienced defence for traffic offences across southern Sydney.
If you have been charged with drug driving, contact Blackridge Law immediately on 02 9159 9010 for a free, confidential consultation.
Sutherland Local Court
Court Address: Cnr Flora Street and Belmont Street, Sutherland NSW 2232
What Is Drug Driving?
It is an offence under section 111 of the Road Transport Act 2013 (NSW) to drive a motor vehicle while a prescribed illicit drug is present in your oral fluid, blood, or urine. This is a “presence” offence — the prosecution does not need to prove your driving was actually impaired. The four substances tested for are THC (cannabis), methylamphetamine (ice), MDMA (ecstasy), and cocaine. For a first offence with no prior major traffic offence in 5 years, you may receive an infringement notice (approximately $572 fine and 3-month licence suspension). If the matter goes to court, the maximum fine is $2,200 with an automatic 6-month licence disqualification.
How Blackridge Law Can Help at Sutherland Local Court
- Expert advice on whether to pay the infringement notice or elect to go to court
- Assessment of testing procedure defences, including timing and chain of custody issues
- Pursuing Section 10 dismissals to avoid conviction and licence disqualification
- Assistance with the Traffic Offender Intervention Program (TOIP)
- Licence suspension appeals to the Local Court within the 28-day deadline
- Representation at court for hearings and sentencing across NSW
Why Choose Blackridge Law for Your Sutherland Matter?
Blackridge Law is a specialist criminal and traffic law firm based in Bankstown, appearing at Sutherland Local Court and courts across NSW. With over 15 years’ experience, a 97% success rate, and more than 5,000 cases closed, we are trusted by clients facing the most serious traffic charges.
We offer free initial consultations, fixed-fee pricing with no hidden costs, and are available 24/7 for urgent matters. Every client works directly with a senior criminal lawyer who oversees their case from start to finish.
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Charged with drug driving in Sutherland? Call Blackridge Law now.
Suite 36, Level 4, 402-410 Chapel Rd, Bankstown NSW 2200
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