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Limited Licence Lawyer Napier

Limited licence application preparation for clients in Napier and the wider Hawke's Bay region.

Napier District Court handles limited licence applications for the Hawke's Bay region, including Hastings and surrounding areas. If you have been disqualified or suspended, we prepare court-ready applications for filing at Napier.

Hawke's Bay: horticulture and agriculture

Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's premier agricultural and horticultural regions. Wine producers, orchard operators, farmers, and seasonal workers all depend on vehicle access. The region's rural roads connect vineyards, orchards, and farms that are well beyond any bus route.

During harvest seasons — vintage for wine (March–April) and apple picking (February–May) — thousands of workers need daily vehicle access to reach rural workplaces. Losing a licence during these periods creates immediate and severe financial hardship.

Twin cities: Napier and Hastings

The GoBay bus service provides basic coverage between Napier and Hastings, but many workers live or work outside these main corridors. Workers commuting from Havelock North, Taradale, or rural properties have limited or no public transport options.

Our service

We prepare complete limited licence applications for $749 + GST. All documents are prepared by a qualified lawyer and formatted for the Napier District Court.

Napier District Court

Address: 251 Hastings Street, Napier South, Napier 4110

Filing notes: File at the court counter during business hours.

Police prosecutor — Napier

A copy of your limited licence application must be served on the police prosecutor before your hearing. The responsible office for Napier District Court is:

Napier Prosecutions

Email: PPS.Napier@police.govt.nz

Phone: (06) 831 0782

Address: PO Box 245, Napier 4110

Public transport in Napier

The GoBay bus network provides limited coverage across Napier and Hastings. Main routes between the two cities are reasonably frequent during peak hours, but suburban and rural coverage is minimal. Evening and weekend services are reduced. Workers in Hawke's Bay's agricultural and horticultural sectors have no public transport options.

Employment and industry

Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's major horticultural and viticultural regions. Wine production, apple and stonefruit orchards, and sheep and beef farming are major employers. Construction, healthcare, and professional services round out the economy.

Frequently asked questions — Napier

Limited licence applications for the Hawke's Bay area are generally filed at the Napier District Court. We can advise which court is appropriate based on where your offence was dealt with.

Learn more about limited licences

The hardship test

What evidence the court needs under s105.

How to file your application

Step-by-step filing and service guide.

The 28-day stand-down

When it applies and what to do during it.

Conditions on your licence

What the court restricts and why.

Need a limited licence in Napier?

Check if you qualify in 60 seconds. Our eligibility quiz will tell you whether you can apply and what to expect.