Whether it’s your first time in trouble or you’re facing serious repeat charges, we’re here to guide you through the legal process with clarity, honesty, and a defence strategy tailored to your situation. From licence disqualification and heavy fines to a criminal conviction or even imprisonment. At Podmore Legal, we understand what’s at stake.
Facing a traffic offence in Perth means dealing with real stress and real stakes. Podmore Legal can help.
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Our team has handled countless driving offence cases under the Road Traffic Act 1974 (WA) and related laws in Perth and regional WA. We regularly act in matters including:
Road traffic offences in Western Australia carry a wide range of penalties. What you’re facing depends on the nature of the charge, your driving history, whether anyone was harmed, and how the matter is handled in court. Even relatively minor offences can have lasting consequences if not dealt with properly.
Penalties you could face include:
At Podmore Legal, we look beyond the short-term outcome to the long-term impact on your life, your record, and your ability to move forward. Whether it’s negotiating a lighter sentence, keeping a conviction off your record, or helping you apply for an extraordinary licence, we work to protect your future and minimise the damage wherever possible.
Justin Podmore has spent over 20 years defending clients across Western Australia, handling matters ranging from driving offences to serious criminal charges. A former Victorian Bar barrister, he understands how quickly a traffic charge can escalate, and how much is riding on getting the right strategy from the outset.
He has represented clients across the full range of road traffic offences, from first-time drink driving charges to dangerous driving matters involving injury or death. His experience extends to negotiating with police prosecutors, challenging procedural issues in breath and drug testing, and securing extraordinary licence applications for clients who depend on driving for work or family.
Recognised in the Doyles Best Barrister Awards five years running, Justin is known for straight-talking advice and a strategic approach that looks beyond the immediate charge to its long-term impact on a client’s life and record.
Even a first Drink driving offence can result in immediate suspension and a criminal conviction. If you rely on your car for work or family, the impact can be severe.
At Podmore Legal, we look at the full context. Whether it’s a borderline BAC reading, procedural issue, or hardship case, we tailor a strategy to minimise penalties or even avoid a conviction where possible.
We help with:
If an altercation involves physical contact, threats, or the use of a vehicle as a weapon, you may find yourself facing assault charges alongside, or instead of, traffic offences.
As experienced assault lawyers in Perth, we regularly act for clients who have crossed into criminal territory. These cases require a defence strategy that addresses both the driving conduct and the alleged assault, and we have the experience to handle both.
Traffic offences that result in death are among the most serious charges a person can face in Western Australia. Whether it’s dangerous driving causing death, careless driving resulting in death, or a fatal collision involving drink or drug driving, the consequences are life-changing, not just for the person who has died and their loved ones, but also for the driver involved.
These matters are typically dealt with in the District or Supreme Court and can attract penalties including:
The legal system treats these cases with the utmost seriousness, though this doesn’t mean there’s no room for context. Every incident has its own circumstances, and how those are presented can make a major difference in the outcome.
At Podmore Legal, we offer calm, strategic guidance through what is often the most difficult period in a person’s life. Our experienced bail lawyers in Perth investigate the facts, work with relevant experts where needed, such as crash investigators, and ensure your story is properly understood by the court. We fight for fair treatment, proportional sentencing, and the chance for rehabilitation where appropriate.
If you’ve been involved in a fatal traffic incident and are now facing charges, getting legal advice early is critical. Speaking with our bail lawyers in Perth at the start can shape the entire process that follows.
Facing a traffic offence can feel daunting, particularly if it’s your first time dealing with the courts. At Podmore Legal, our goal is to take as much stress out of the process as possible while building the strongest defence for your situation. Here’s what working with us typically looks like:
We’ll sit down with you, or chat over the phone, to hear your side of the story and explain what you’re dealing with in plain English. You’ll leave knowing your options and what happens next.
No two cases are the same. We look at your background, the facts of your charge, and the outcome that matters most to you, whether that’s avoiding a conviction, saving your licence, or staying out of jail.
We’ll keep you informed at every key stage and explain what’s happening in a way that makes sense, without the legal jargon or unnecessary delays.
If your matter goes before a magistrate or judge, we’ll represent you with clarity and care. Whether negotiating with prosecutors or presenting your case, you’ll have someone experienced in your corner.
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