5 Best Traffic & Drink Driving Lawyers in Perth
Updated 22 September 2026 · How we rank law firms
Compare the 5 highest-rated traffic & drink driving lawyers in Perth, ranked by Google rating across 1,128 client reviews (average 5.0 stars). Traffic and drink driving charges from Perth are heard at the Perth Magistrates Court, 501 Hay Street. A first offence with a blood alcohol reading of 0.05 or more but below 0.08 can be dealt with by infringement notice, while higher readings and repeat offences go to court.
Best traffic & drink driving lawyers in Perth
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Hugo Law Group Editor's pick
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Doogue + George Editor's pick
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WA Criminal Lawyers
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Perrella Legal
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Assurance Legal
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Andrews Legal
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Stevenson Legal
4.85score
Editor's picks are chosen by our editors and labelled; the firms below them are ordered by score. Source: Google Maps business listings for “traffic lawyer perth”, checked 22 September 2026. Ordered by a review-weighted rating. How we rank law firms
Standouts among traffic & drink driving lawyers in Perth
Highest weighted score
WA Criminal Lawyers: 5.0 stars from 266 reviews.
Most reviewed
Andrews Legal: 289 Google reviews, rated 4.9.
Highest rated with 100+ reviews
WA Criminal Lawyers: 5.0 stars from 266 reviews.
Where are traffic matters heard for Perth?
Simple traffic offences and most drink driving charges are dealt with in the Magistrates Court of Western Australia, and CBD matters are heard at the Perth Magistrates Court, 501 Hay Street. The same court hears applications for an extraordinary driver's licence. Serious driving offences can be dealt with in the District Court, which sits opposite at 500 Hay Street.
What Western Australian rules apply?
Drink driving and licence disqualification in WA are governed by the Road Traffic Act 1974 (WA), and licences are issued by the Department of Transport. Section 64AA makes it an offence to drive with a blood alcohol content of 0.05 or more, and section 64 covers 0.08 or more, which carries arrest powers. A second 0.05 offence cannot be dealt with by infringement and brings a minimum 6-month disqualification.
How much does a traffic lawyer cost in Perth?
Fees for traffic & drink driving lawyers in Perth depend on the matter, the lawyer's seniority and the fee model (hourly, fixed fee or conditional). Before any work starts, a law firm must disclose its costs in writing when they are likely to exceed the disclosure threshold. See How Much Does a Lawyer Cost in Australia? for typical ranges and fee models.
Free and low-cost legal help in Perth
Legal Aid WA provides duty lawyers at the Perth Magistrates Court for people facing traffic and drink driving charges. See Free Legal Advice in Australia for more options.
Perth traffic FAQs
Can I get a licence to drive to work after losing it in Perth?
Sometimes. The Magistrates Court can order an extraordinary driver's licence under section 76 of the Road Traffic Act 1974 (WA), but eligibility depends on the offence and some disqualifications are excluded.
Do I have to go to court for a 0.05 reading in Perth?
Not for a first offence between 0.05 and 0.08. That can be dealt with by paying an infringement notice. A second or later offence at that level must go to court.
Is legal aid available for traffic charges in Perth?
Legal Aid WA provides duty lawyers at the Perth Magistrates Court for people appearing on criminal and traffic charges. Grants of aid for ongoing representation depend on the charge and a means test.
