Facing a traffic charge, demerit-point suspension or licence loss? We protect your licence and your livelihood, and put your best case to the Court.
A traffic charge can mean far more than a fine — losing your licence can put your job and family under real pressure. Many people don't realise how much can be done to reduce the impact.
We handle serious traffic matters and licence issues across Melbourne's north, from careless and dangerous driving to demerit-point suspensions and licence-loss appeals.
We explain what you're facing and the realistic options for your licence and record.
We review the charge and evidence and whether it can be contested or reduced.
We build the material that genuinely influences penalty and any licence outcome.
We appear at the Magistrates' Court and argue for the best possible result.
Most drivers lose their licence not from a single charge but from accumulating demerit points. When you reach the limit you're usually given options - serve a suspension, or elect an extended demerit period - each with consequences. Getting that decision right, and responding within the strict time limits, is where good advice saves your licence.
Serious traffic matters are heard in the Magistrates' Court, and we appear for you. The advice and preparation can be handled by online consultation by phone or video - quick, and no office visit needed - while we take care of the court date.
It depends on the offence and your history. For some matters we can argue to reduce or avoid loss — we'll tell you what's realistic.
In some cases, yes. There are strict time limits, so contact us as soon as you're notified.
Sometimes the charge or evidence can be challenged; other times a well-prepared plea gets the best result. We advise honestly.
More serious traffic matters are heard in the Magistrates' Court. We can appear for you and guide you through it.
A full licence holder generally faces suspension at 12 or more demerit points in a three-year period, with lower thresholds for probationary and learner drivers. When you're notified you often have a choice to make, and we can advise you on it.
Driving while suspended or disqualified is a serious offence that can carry heavy fines, further licence loss and even imprisonment for repeat offending. Get advice before your court date - how it's handled makes a real difference.
When you reach the demerit limit, VicRoads usually offers a choice between serving a suspension or agreeing to an extended demerit period. There are strict time limits and trade-offs either way - we explain which is better for your circumstances.
Some serious traffic offences, such as dangerous or careless driving, can result in a criminal record, while many minor ones don't. We advise on the likely outcome and work to keep your record clean wherever possible.
Waters & Co helps Epping drivers keep their licence and their livelihood — talk to us first.
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