You may have come across the term “limited licence” and wondered about its significance. Often referred to as a “work licence,” this type of licence enables individuals who have lost their licence due to excess demerit points or have been disqualified from driving in specific situations to continue driving for work purposes.

 

Eligibility Criteria:

 

1. Excess Demerit Points:

– If you lose your licence due to excess demerit points, you are eligible to apply for a limited licence.

 

2. Court Disqualification:

– Disqualification resulting from offenses like drink driving, driving with drugs, dangerous driving, and others may make you eligible for a limited licence.

 

3. Ineligibility:

– You cannot apply for a limited licence if disqualified for driving while already disqualified or suspended.

– Offenses committed within 5 years of a similar offense also render you ineligible.

 

4. Waiting Periods:

– A waiting period of 28 days may apply in certain cases, such as drink driving, driving with drugs, reckless driving, and more.

– Excess demerit points suspension allows immediate application without a 28-day wait.

 

Grounds for Application:

 

To secure a limited licence, you must demonstrate to the Court that the disqualification will lead to either:

– Extreme hardship to you, especially concerning your employment or other life aspects.

– Undue hardship to someone else, like your employer or family.

 

Common Approval Scenarios:

– Employment-related driving requirements.

– Self-employment necessitating daytime driving.

– Personal or family situations, such as medical appointments during the day.

 

Application Process:

1. Make an application to the Court showcasing grounds for extreme or undue hardship.
2. Upon Court approval, obtain the physical limited licence from VTNZ or AA before resuming driving.

 

Legal Advice:

If you seek clarity on eligibility or need assistance with your limited licence application, seeking legal advice is recommended.

 

Navigating the nuances of limited licences demands a clear understanding of eligibility criteria, waiting periods, and compelling grounds for application. Legal advice can provide the guidance needed to navigate this process effectively.