> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.carexplore.com.au/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # How a QLD Woman Got Charged - URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-a-qld-woman-got-charged/ - Published: 2025-04-15T06:26:00.000Z - Updated: 2025-04-15T06:26:00.000Z - Description: A QLD woman has been charged with DUI and unlicensed driving, sparking police warnings about road safety risks over Easter. - Author: Dylan Anderson - Tags: Car News, Queensland, QLD A 23-year-old woman from Belmont has been charged with driving under the influence after police found her vehicle stationary in the middle of a road in Chandler on the morning of April 11, 2025. [Why QLD Removed Speed Camera SignsWhy QLD removed mobile speed camera signs and what it means for drivers—new rules, fines, and enforcement explained.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-1868.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/QLD-Removed-Speed-Camera-Signs.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/why-qld-removed-speed-camera-signs/) ### Incident Details [Queensland](https://www.carexplore.com.au/tag/queensland/) Police allege the woman, along with her 45-year-old male passenger from Carbrook, was under the influence of Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB), a dangerous illicit substance, when located on Toronto Road around 9:15am. Despite advice from emergency services, the pair reportedly resumed driving before being intercepted and arrested by Capalaba police on Camrose Road. ### Charges and Court Appearance The driver has been charged with: - One count of driving under the influence - One count of driving without a licence She is scheduled to appear before the Cleveland Magistrates Court on May 12\. Her passenger was issued a drug diversion notice for possession of dangerous drugs and improper disposal of a needle. ### Police Statement on Road Safety Capalaba Station Officer in Charge, Senior Sergeant David Candale, emphasised the dangers posed by impaired driving, especially during high-traffic periods like Easter. > "Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a major cause of fatal and serious traffic crashes," said Senior Sergeant Candale. > > "Easter is one of our busiest times on the roads, and police are increasing roadside breath and drug testing to help keep all road users safe." [QLD’s Bold Move: Speed Limit CutQLD cuts speed limits to 40km/h at Teewah Beach to boost safety, sparking debate among locals and visitors.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-1869.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/QLD-Speed-Limit-Reduced-3.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/qlds-bold-move-speed-limit-cut/) ### Road Toll Update As of April 11, 10 lives have been lost on Brisbane roads in 2025\. Alarmingly, nine of these fatalities occurred in Brisbane's south, marking a rise of four compared to the same period last year. Queensland Police urge motorists to remember the Fatal Five driving behaviours that lead to the majority of serious crashes: - Speeding - Drink and drug driving - Not wearing seatbelts - Driving while fatigued - Driving while distracted For more on road safety and prevention tips, visit: [Fatal Five: Staying Safe on Queensland Roads](https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads?ref=carexplore.com.au) --- [How QLD’ers Got $11.8MQLD Fair Trading helped consumers recover $11.8M in refunds, repairs, and replacements after 21,000+ complaints.![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-1870.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/QLD-Got-11.8M-Back-2.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-qlds-got-11-8m/) [How a QLD Man Lost His License InstantlyQueensland police suspended a Tesla driver’s licence on the spot after he was caught speeding at 92km/h in a 40km/h school zone, calling it “inexcusable.”![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/icon/CarExplore-Favicon-1871.ico)CarExploreDylan Anderson![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/thumbnail/Tesla-QLD-Man-Loses-license-60.webp)](https://www.carexplore.com.au/how-a-qld-man-lost-his-license-instantly/)