Criminal Defence and Traffic Lawyers in Victoria
Being charged with a criminal offence can have serious consequences for your liberty, employment, driver’s licence, family and future.
G One Lawyers provides criminal defence advice and representation for clients appearing before Victorian courts.
We understand that facing criminal charges can be stressful, particularly if you have never been involved with the criminal justice system before.
Our role is to explain the allegations against you, review the available evidence and advise you about your options.
Criminal Matters We Assist With
Depending upon the circumstances of the case, we can assist with:
- Assault and related offences;
- Theft;
- Fraud and deception offences;
- Drug offences;
- Family violence-related charges;
- Bail applications;
- Driving and traffic offences;
- Drink driving;
- Drug driving;
- Driving while suspended or disqualified;
- Police prosecutions;
- Diversion applications;
- Pleas of guilty;
- Pleas in mitigation; and
- Contested criminal proceedings.
Pleading Guilty
Where a client intends to plead guilty, proper preparation can be important.
We can assist with preparing the matter for plea, obtaining appropriate supporting material and presenting relevant mitigating circumstances to the Court.
Defending a Charge
If you dispute the allegations, we can review the prosecution material, identify the issues in dispute, communicate with the prosecution and prepare the matter for a contested hearing where appropriate.
Charged by Victoria Police
Getting legal advice early can help you understand the charges, possible consequences and the steps you should take before attending court.
Contact G One Lawyers to discuss your criminal matter confidentially.
Traffic and driving offences
Losing your driver’s licence can affect your work and family responsibilities. We assist with drink driving, drug driving, driving while suspended or disqualified, unlicensed driving, dangerous or careless driving, speeding and other road safety prosecutions.
We review the charge and evidence, explain potential licence consequences and advise about available options. The applicable penalties and any mandatory licence consequences depend on the offence and individual circumstances. No particular result can be guaranteed.
Relevant criminal legislation
Depending on the charge and stage of the proceeding, relevant Victorian legislation may include:
- Crimes Act 1958 (Vic) – offences against the person, property and other indictable offences.
- Summary Offences Act 1966 (Vic) – a range of summary offences.
- Criminal Procedure Act 2009 (Vic) – criminal procedure in Victorian courts.
- Sentencing Act 1991 (Vic) – sentencing principles and available sentencing orders.
- Bail Act 1977 (Vic) – bail applications, conditions and related requirements.
- Family Violence Protection Act 2008 (Vic) – intervention orders and related matters where relevant to the charges.
We also consider relevant amendments, including the Justice Legislation Amendment (Family Violence, Stalking and Other Matters) Act 2026 (Vic), only to the extent that the particular provisions have commenced and apply to the matter.
Relevant road safety legislation
- Road Safety Act 1986 (Vic) – driving offences, licensing and other road safety matters.
- Road Safety (Drivers) Regulations 2019 (Vic) – driver licensing requirements.
- Road Safety (General) Regulations 2019 (Vic) – additional requirements under the Road Safety Act.
- Road Safety (Traffic Management) Regulations 2019 (Vic) – traffic management requirements.
- Road Safety (Vehicles) Regulations 2021 (Vic) – vehicle registration, standards and related requirements.
- Road Safety Road Rules 2017 (Vic) – road rules applying to road users.
Before your court date
Provide your charge sheet or summons, bail documents, licence notices and any prosecution material you have received. Tell us the date of your next hearing so we can advise about preparation and the steps required.