Christchurch District Court handles a high volume of limited licence applications. If you have been disqualified or suspended in Canterbury, we prepare court-ready applications for filing at Christchurch.
Christchurch transport assessment
Like Wellington, Christchurch has a functioning public transport system, which means hardship arguments require careful drafting. The court will consider whether Metro buses are a realistic alternative for your specific situation. However, Christchurch's low-density suburban sprawl means that many workers — particularly in trades, construction, and logistics — are not well served by bus routes.
Key factors we address in Christchurch applications include shift work timing, routes to specific worksites, the need to carry tools or equipment, and the impracticality of multi-transfer journeys.
Canterbury's diverse economy
Canterbury's economy is diverse, creating varied hardship situations. Construction workers travel to multiple sites daily. Agricultural workers access rural properties across the Plains. Manufacturing and logistics workers in Hornby and Sockburn work shifts that don't align with bus schedules.
Case studies from Canterbury
We have prepared many successful applications for Canterbury clients, including tradespeople, agricultural workers, healthcare professionals, and business operators. Our case studies include several Canterbury examples that illustrate the types of arguments that succeed in the Christchurch District Court.
Our service
We prepare complete limited licence applications for $749 + GST. Court filing fees and the NZTA reinstatement fee are separate.