Will I lose my licence for Drug Driving?

In Queensland, any conviction for drug driving carries a mandatory minimum period of licence disqualification.

The Charge Matters

1. Driving with a Relevant Drug Present: If a roadside saliva test or blood test detects THC, MDMA, or Methylamphetamine, the minimum disqualification is typically 1 to 9 months for a first offence.
2. Driving Under the Influence of a Drug (DUI): If police assess your driving as impaired by a drug (including prescription medication), the mandatory minimum disqualification increases to 6 months.

Work Licence Eligibility

Crucially, if you are charged with Driving with a Relevant Drug Present (and not DUI), you may be eligible to apply for a Section 87 Restricted Work Licence if losing your licence will cause extreme financial hardship. You must apply before you plead guilty.