Drink Driving Penalties in Victoria

In Victoria, a DUI charge results in the driver’s license being suspended for a period of no less than 6 months and a fine of no less than $300.

In some cases, such as with repeat DUI offenders, the penalty may also include a prison sentence.

The penalties for DUI/driving under the influence are determined by a number of factors including:

The level of blood alcohol concentration (BCA)
Whether the driver has been previously charged for DUI or other drink driving charges.

Drink Driving Penalties VIC - Details

The table below outlines the specific DUI penalties in VIC for the levels of BAC.

BAC	Licence Type	Fine	Licence Action/Points
Less than .95	Zero BAC Licence (e.g. professional drivers, P licence, L permit)	2.5 penalty units	10 demerit points
.05 to less than .07	Zero BAC Licence (e.g. professional drivers, P licence, L permit) and full licence (under 25 years)	3 penalty units	Cancellation of licence/permit and disqualification for 6 months
.05 to less than .07	Full licence (26 years or older)	3 penalty units	10 demerit points
.07 to less than .15	All drivers	3 to 4.25 penalty units	Cancellation of licence/permit and disqualification for 6-14 months depending on BAC
.15 or above, or for a subsequence offence	All drivers	Traffic infringement notices are not issued for BAC of .15 or above. Charges are laid for the offence and the matter is dealt with at court.	Attend Magistrates' Court

Retaining the services of LAC Lawyers can assist you in minimising your DUI penalty. If you have been charged with DUI, contact LAC Lawyers (Melbourne) today on 1300 734 638.

Drink Driving Lawyers

Drink Driving Penalties in Victoria Lawyers

Michael Pickering B.A., LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., M. A.

Position: Senior Solicitor

Michael Pickering is our most senior solicitor employed in the Melbourne Branch of LAC Lawyers Pty Ltd. He deals with a wide range of matters. He has over 30 years experience as a lawyer which he applies for the benefit of clients whether large or small.

Mark Bostock LL.B., B.Bus.

Position: Solicitor

Mark has joined LAC Lawyers as a solicitor after seven years experience in a General Practice in Brisbane. Mark is a compassionate and proactive professional determined to gain the best results for his client's whatever their circumstances. Mark also has experience having previously worked for a private sector charitable organisation.

Scott Gray LPAB, Grad. Dip. Legal Practice

Position: Solicitor

Scott is result driven and strives to ensure each client achieves complete satisfaction throughout the life of their matter. He understands the stress that many clients experience and is always available to assist and discuss specific requirements as well as explain industry processes and procedures in a clear and concise manner.

Patrick Mulligan B.A., LL.B.

Position: Solicitor

Patrick has a proven track record in achieving positive outcomes for clients in a range of matters. His philosophy is that hard work, continuous study of the law, listening to clients, excellent customer service and providing commonsense solutions to complex legal issues is the key to success.