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Limited Licence Lawyer Nelson

Limited licence application preparation for clients in Nelson and the wider Nelson-Marlborough region.

Nelson District Court handles limited licence applications for the Nelson and Tasman region. If you have been disqualified or suspended, we prepare court-ready applications.

Nelson-Tasman: horticulture and fishing

The Nelson-Tasman region's economy is built on horticulture, fishing, and tourism. Workers in apple orchards, vineyards, seafood processing plants, and tourism operations all depend on vehicles. The region's rural character means that most workplaces are not accessible by public transport.

During harvest seasons, losing a licence can be financially devastating for workers in the horticulture sector. The court recognises the severity of this hardship when assessing limited licence applications.

Our service

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

Nelson District Court

Address: 200 Bridge Street, Nelson 7010

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

Police prosecutor — Nelson

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

Nelson Prosecutions

Email: PPS.Nelson@police.govt.nz

Phone: (03) 545 9882

Address: Private Bag 39, Nelson 7042

Public transport in Nelson

Nelson has a limited NBus service covering the city and Stoke. Frequency is low and coverage is minimal outside the city centre. Richmond, Motueka, and Golden Bay have no regular public transport connections. The Tasman District is entirely reliant on private vehicles.

Employment and industry

Horticulture (apples, grapes, hops), fishing, forestry, tourism, and trades are the dominant industries. The Nelson-Tasman region is a major producer of seafood, wine, and fruit. Workers in these industries need vehicle access to reach orchards, vineyards, fishing facilities, and rural properties.

Frequently asked questions — Nelson

Yes. The Nelson District Court handles limited licence applications from across the Nelson and Tasman region, including Motueka, Golden Bay, and surrounding areas.

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 Nelson?

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