A magistrate has sent a strong warning to a man who drove more than three times over the legal blood alcohol concentration limit that he was at risk of imprisonment.
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Muhammed Khan was caught driving on Dana Street about 4pm on December 27, 2019 with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.186.
Speaking to the court, Khan said he was remorseful and knew his mistake could have caused a potential hazard to other people on the road.
"I will never do anything like that again," he said.
Magistrate Ron Saines said it was an 'exceptionally high reading'.
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"This was a decision made to drive when you were grossly impaired by the consumption of alcohol," he said.
"This is an offence for which the court can impose imprisonment."
Mr Saines said he would not consider imprisonment because of Khan's early plea of guilty and because he did not interfere with the safety of any other person.
The court heard it was Khan's second drink driving offence.
"I want you to understand if there is a third drink driving offence, you will be a candidate for imprisonment," he said.
"As a second offence, the court must impose a three year minimum mandatory period of disqualification."
Khan was convicted and fined $1000 and ordered to pay $84 in court costs.
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Rochelle Kirkham
Rochelle covers court and has a particular interest in social issues including homelessness, food security and family violence.
Rochelle covers court and has a particular interest in social issues including homelessness, food security and family violence.
