Speeding Offences
Facing a Speeding Fine? How We Can Help You
Being charged with a speeding offence can be stressful and confusing, particularly if you rely on your licence for work or daily life. Whether it’s a minor infringement or a serious speeding charge, professional representation can make a significant difference in the outcome.
At Brightstone Defence, we:
- Represent clients in licence suspension appeals and speeding offence hearings across NSW.
- Provide tailored advice to help you avoid suspension or reduce fines and penalties.
- Assist in preparing strong court submissions for leniency or reduced penalties.
Our team has extensive experience in traffic law, and we understand how to effectively argue mitigating circumstances before the court. Contact us today to discuss your case and protect your driving record.
What is a speeding offence?
Speeding is an offence under Road Rules 2014 (NSW) and the Road Transport Act 2013 (NSW). You can be penalised for driving faster than the set speed limit, regardless of whether it was intentional.
Serious speeding offences are considered if you:
- Driving more than 45km/h above the speed limit
- Driving more than 30km/h but not more than 45km/h above the speed limit
- Driving with a licence disqualification or suspension and exceeding the speed limit by more than 30km/h
Elements the Prosecution Must Prove
What is a demerit point?
New South Wales has a demerit points system whereby points can be accumulated upon the commission of traffic offences that carry demerit points. All drivers that hold a valid driver or riding licence begin with zero points. Once an offence is committed, you may have demerit points added to your record. Every licence holder has a demerit point limit, and once that limit has been reached you may have your licence suspended or disqualified.
It is important to note that even if you commit an offence in another state or territory in Australia, that offence may still be applied to your licence.
Below is the threshold of points per licence holder:
- Unrestricted (full) licence holders have 13 points
- Professional drivers holders have 14 points
- Provisional P2 licence holders have 7 points
- Provision P1 licence holders have 4 points
- Learner licence holders have 4 points
- Unrestricted (full) licence holders during a good behaviour bond have 2 points
Demerit points are never removed. They are added to your record when driving offences have been committed and:
- A payment for a fine has been made
- An unpaid fine is enforced by Revenue NSW
- The court issues a conviction for the offence
Possible Defences
Penalties for speeding for an unrestricted (full) licence holder
Penalties for speeding for an unrestricted (full) licence holder
It is important to note that in the event you are caught and pulled over by police exceeding the speed limit by 45km/h, you may have your licence immediately suspended and confiscated for 6 months.
Penalties for exceeding the speed limit in school zones as an unrestricted (full) licence holder
These tables above showing the 2025 NSW latest traffic fines and demerit points are for reference only and may be subject to change with legal updates. Please refer to official sources for the most current information.
Potential Penalties
Penalties for exceeding the speed limit as a P1 or P2 provisional licence holder
Penalties for exceeding the speed limit as a P1 or P2 provisional licence holder
Penalties for exceeding the speed limit as a P1 or P2 provisional licence holder in a school zone
These tables above showing the 2025 NSW latest traffic fines and demerit points are for reference only and may be subject to change with legal updates. Please refer to official sources for the most current information.
Legal Process
& Options
Appealing your licence suspension
At Brightstone Defence, we are experienced in traffic law and can guide you through the process of appealing a licence suspension. If you have received a notice of suspension, you have 28 days to lodge an appeal.
We can help you by:
- Explaining your rights and options in simple terms
- Preparing and presenting strong arguments to the court
- Seeking to reduce the length of your suspension or have it overturned
It is important to act quickly, as missing the 28-day deadline can affect your ability to appeal.
Contact us today to get expert assistance and protect your driving record.
Pleading
Not Guilty
Pleading
Guilty
Yes, it you have exceeded the speed limit more than 30km/h or if you carry a provisional drivers licence.
Yes, you have 28 days to lodge an appeal either online or to the local court. Brightstone Defence can assist in arguing to reduce or overturn the suspension.
Yes, during holiday periods such as public holidays or long weekends. Double demerit points can result in instant suspension of your drivers licence.
It depends on your circumstances. If you are at risk of losing your licence, have a plausible defence or wish to ask for leniency, going to court may be in your best interest. Seeking professional legal advice is recommended for tailored advice on what to do next.
Yes, you should contact a lawyer as soon as possible, especially if your licence is at risk of suspension or if you have prior traffic offences. Brightstone Defence can provide expert legal guidance to help you understand your options and protect your driving record.
Yes, it you have exceeded the speed limit more than 30km/h or if you carry a provisional drivers licence.
Yes, you have 28 days to lodge an appeal either online or to the local court. Brightstone Defence can assist in arguing to reduce or overturn the suspension.
Yes, during holiday periods such as public holidays or long weekends. Double demerit points can result in instant suspension of your drivers licence.
It depends on your circumstances. If you are at risk of losing your licence, have a plausible defence or wish to ask for leniency, going to court may be in your best interest. Seeking professional legal advice is recommended for tailored advice on what to do next.
Yes, you should contact a lawyer as soon as possible, especially if your licence is at risk of suspension or if you have prior traffic offences. Brightstone Defence can provide expert legal guidance to help you understand your options and protect your driving record.
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