General driving offences

As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
ROAD RULES 2014 LEFT TURN AT INTERSECTIONS
Rule 27 (1) Not turn left from far left side of road 4 $253 2
Rule 28 (1) Not turn left from multi-lane road from within left lane 4 $253 2
Rule 28 (1A) Not turn left from slip lane from multi-lane road 4 $253 2
Rule 29 Turn left contrary to turn line 4 $253 2
RIGHT TURN AT INTERSECTIONS
Rule 31 (1)&(2) Not turn right from left of line/strip correctly 4 $253 2
Rule 31 (1)&(3) Not turn right from left of centre of road correctly 4 $253 2
Rule 31 (1)&(4) Not turn right from far right side of one-way road 4 $253 2
Rule 32 (1) Not turn right from far multi-lane road from within right lane 4 $253 2
Rule 33 (1)&(2) Turn right contrary to road marking 4 $253 2
Rule 33 (1)&(3) Not turn right near to right of centre of intersection 4 $253 2
U-TURNS
Rule 37 (a) Begin U-turn without view of approaching traffic* 4 $253 2
Rule 37 (b) Driver not safely begin U-turn without obstructing traffic* 4 $253 2
Rule 38 Make U-turn without giving way to vehicle/pedestrian* 5 $325 3
Rule 39 (1) Make U-turn at break in dividing strip contrary to sign* 4 $253 2
Rule 39 (2) Make U-turn on length of road contrary to sign* 4 $253 2
Rule 40 Make U-turn at intersection with traffic lights* 4 $253 2
Rule 41 Make U-turn at intersection (no lights) contrary to sign* 4 $253 2
Rule 42 (a) Not start U-turn in lane in nearest dividing line/median strip* 4 $253 2
Rule 42 (b) Not start U-turn from left of centre of road* 4 $253 2
SIGNALS
Rule 46 (1) Not give left change of direction signal with lights 3 $180 2
Rule 46 (1)&(2) Not give sufficient left change of direction signal 3 $180 2
Rule 46 (1)&(3) Give left change of direction signal (less than 5 seconds) 3 $180 2
Rule 46 (4) Not stop left change of direction signal after change 3 $180
Rule 48 (1) Not give right change of direction signal with lights 3 $180 2
Rule 48 (1)&(2) Not give sufficient right change of direction signal 3 $180 2
Rule 48 (1)&(3) Give right change of direction signal (less than 5 seconds) 3 $180 2
Rule 48 (4) Not stop right change of direction signal after change 3 $180
Rule 51 Operate indicator light contrary to permitted use 3 $180
Rule 53 (1) Not give stop signal with brake lights/signal/device 3 $180 2
Rule 53 (2) Not give sufficient warning of stopping 3 $180 2
Rule 53 (3) Not give stop signal when slowing suddenly 3 $180 2
TRAFFIC CONTROL LIGHTS
Rule 56 (1)(a) Not stop at stop line at red light* 6 $433 3
Rule 56 (1)(a) Not stop at stop line at red light - toll booth 3 $180
Rule 56 (1)(b) Not stop before stop sign at red light* 6 $433 3
Rule 56 (1)(b) Not stop before stop sign at red light - toll booth 3 $180
Rule 56 (1)(c) Not stop before lights at red light* 6 $433 3
Rule 56 (1)(c) Not stop before lights at red light - toll booth 3 $180
Rule 56 (2)(a) Not stop at stop line at red arrow* 6 $433 3
Rule 56 (2)(b) Not stop before stop sign at red arrow* 6 $433 3
Rule 56 (2)(c) Not stop before lights at red arrow* 6 $433 3
Rule 57 (1)(a) Not stop at stop line at yellow light* 6 $433 3
Rule 57 (1)(b) Not stop before traffic lights at yellow light* 6 $433 3
Rule 57 (1)(c) Not stop before intersection at yellow light* 6 $433 3
Rule 57 (2)(a) Not stop at stop line at yellow arrow* 6 $433 3
Rule 57 (2)(b) Not stop before traffic lights at yellow arrow* 6 $433 3
Rule 57 (2)(c) Not stop before intersection at yellow arrow* 6 $433 3
Rule 57 (3) Not leave intersection safely after yellow arrow* 6 $433 3
Rule 59 (1) Proceed through red traffic light* 6 $433 3
Rule 59 (1) Proceed through red traffic light (camera detected)* 6 $433 3
Rule 59 (1) Proceed through red traffic light - toll booth 3 $180
Rule 60 Proceed through red traffic arrow* 6 $433 3
Rule 60A (1) Motor vehicle enter bicycle storage area showing red light* 6 $433 3
Rule 60A (2) Motor vehicle enter bicycle storage area showing red arrow* 6 $433 3
Rule 61 (2) Proceed after light change while stopped* 6 $433 3
Rule 61 (5) Not leave intersection after light/arrow goes yellow/red* 6 $433 3
Rule 62 (1)(a) Not give way at lights to pedestrian on road* 5 $325 3
Rule 62 (1)(b)(i) Not give way at lights to other vehicle (left turn)* 5 $325 3
Rule 62 (1)(b)(ii) Not give way at lights to other pedestrian (left turn)* 5 $325 3
Rule 62 (1)(c) Not give way at lights to oncoming vehicle (right turn)* 5 $325 3
GIVING WAY LIGHTS NOT OPERATING/ SHOWING FLASHING YELLOW LIGHT
Rule 63 (2) Not stop at traffic lights - stop sign* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (2) Not give way to vehicle at traffic light - stop sign* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (2) Not give way to pedestrian at traffic light - stop sign* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to vehicle (left turn from slip lane)* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to pedestrian (left turn from slip lane)* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to vehicle (right turn)* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to oncoming vehicle (right turn)* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to pedestrian (right turn)* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way at intersection to vehicle on right* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to vehicle - left turn* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to vehicle at T-Intersection* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to pedestrian at T-Intersection* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to vehicle at T-Intersection (slip lane)* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to pedestrian at T-Intersection (slip lane)* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to vehicle (right turn at terminating road) 5 $325 3
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to pedestrian (right turn at terminating road) 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to pedestrian at T-Intersection (left turn)* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to vehicle - slip lane at terminating road* 5 $325 3
Rule 63 (3) Not give way to pedestrian - slip lane at terminating road* 5 $325 3
FLASHING YELLOW LIGHTS
Rule 64 (a) Not give way to vehicle (flashing yellow arrow)* 5 $325 3
Rule 64 (b) Not give way to pedestrian (flashing yellow arrow)* 6 $433 3
Rule 64 (c) Not give way to oncoming vehicle (flashing yellow arrow)* 5 $325 3
Rule 65 (2)(a) Not give way to pedestrian - (flashing yellow light)* 5 $325 3
Rule 65 (2)(b) Obstruct pedestrian - (flashing yellow light)* 5 $325 3
Rule 65 (2)(c) Overtake/pass vehicle - (flashing yellow light)* 6 $433 3
TWIN RED LIGHTS
Rule 66 (1) Not stop before lights (twin red lights) 6 $433 3
Rule 66 (1) Not stop before stop line (twin red lights) 6 $433 3
Rule 66 (4) Proceed after stopping at twin red lights 6 $433 3
STOP, GIVE WAY SIGNS/LINES
Rule 67 (1) Not stop at stop line - intersection with no lights* 5 $325 3
Rule 67 (1) Not give way to vehicle - intersection with no lights* 5 $325 3
Rule 67 (1) Not give way to pedestrian - intersection with no lights* 5 $325 3
Rule 68 (1) Not stop at/before stop line/stop sign* 5 $325 3
Rule 68 (1) Not give way to vehicle/pedestrian (stop sign)* 5 $325 3
Rule 69 (1) Not give way to vehicle (give way sign/line)* 5 $325 3
Rule 69 (1) Not give way at pedestrian (give way sign/line)* 5 $325 3
Rule 70 Disobey give way sign on bridge/narrow road* 5 $325 3
Rule 71 (1) Not give way to vehicle/pedestrian (give way sign/line)* 5 $325 3
UNMARKED INTERSECTIONS
Rule 72 (1) Not give way to vehicle on right (travelling straight-unmarked intersection) 5 $325 3
Rule 72 (1) Not give way to vehicle (left turn-unmarked intersection) 5 $325 3
Rule 72 (1) Not give way to pedestrian (left turn-unmarked intersection) 5 $325 3
Rule 72 (1) Not give way to vehicle (slip turn-unmarked intersection) 5 $325 3
Rule 72 (1) Not give way to pedestrian (slip turn-unmarked intersection) 5 $325 3
Rule 72 (1) Not give way to vehicle on right (right turn-unmarked intersection) 5 $325 3
Rule 72 (1) Not give way to oncoming vehicle 5 $325 3
Rule 72 (1) Not give way to pedestrian 5 $325 3
T-INTERSECTIONS
Rule 73 (1) Not give way to vehicle - turn from terminating road 5 $325 3
Rule 73 (1) Not give way to pedestrian - turn from terminating road 5 $325 3
Rule 73 (1) Not give way to vehicle - left turn from slip lane 5 $325 3
Rule 73 (1) Not give way to pedestrian - left turn from slip lane 5 $325 3
Rule 73 (1) Not give way to pedestrian - left turn into terminating road 5 $325 3
Rule 73 (1) Not give way to vehicle - slip turn into terminating road from slip lane 5 $325 3
Rule 73 (1) Not give way to pedestrian - slip turn into terminating road 5 $325 3
Rule 73 (1) Not give way to vehicle - right turn into terminating road 5 $325 3
Rule 73 (1) Not give way to pedestrian - right turn into terminating road 5 $325 3
UNMARKED ROAD RELATED AREA/ADJACENT LAND
Rule 74 (1)(a) Leave road related area/adjacent land-not give way to vehicle on road 5 $325 3
Rule 74 (1)(b) Leave road related area/adjacent land-not give way to pedestrian on road 5 $325 3
Rule 74 (1)(c) Leave road related area/adjacent land-not give way to pedestrian/vehicle 5 $325 3
Rule 74 (1)(d)(i) Not give way to pedestrian on area when leaving 5 $325 3
Rule 74 (1)(d)(ii) Not give way to vehicle on area when leaving 5 $325 3
Rule 75 (1)(a) Enter area/land-not give way to pedestrian on road 5 $325 3
Rule 75 (1)(b) Not give way on area when entering 5 $325 3
Rule 75 (1)(c) Not give way to vehicle-right turn into area/land 5 $325 3
Rule 75 (1)(d) Not give way to vehicle-enter area/land at T-Intersection 5 $325 3
GIVE WAY - TRAMS/BUSES/POLICE/EMERGENCY VEHICLES
Rule 76 (1) Drive into path of approaching tram 5 $325 3
Rule 76 (2) Not move out of path of approaching tram 5 $325 3
Rule 77 (1) Driver in left lane/traffic line not give way to bus 5 $325 3
Rule 78 (1) Move into path of police or emergency vehicle 6 $433 3
Rule 78 (2) Not move out of path of police/emergency vehicle 6 $433 3
Rule 79 (1) Not give way to police/emergency vehicle 6 $433 3
Rule 79-1 (a) Interfere/interrupt passage of funeral cortege/procession 2 $108
Rule 79-1 (b) Interfere/interrupt vehicle in funeral cortege/procession 2 $108
Rule 79-2 At ferry/punt/bridge/railway crossing not wait at left end of line 2 $108
CROSSINGS & SHARED ZONES
Rule 80 (1) Approach childrens crossing too quickly to stop safely* 6 $433 3
Rule 80 (2)(a) Disobey hand-held stop sign at childrens crossing* 6 $433 3
Rule 80 (2)(b) Not stop at childrens crossing-pedestrian on crossing* 6 $433 3
Rule 80 (3)(a) Proceed at childrens crossing while sign shown* 6 $433 3
Rule 80 (3)(b) Proceed at childrens crossing contrary to directions* 6 $433 3
Rule 80 (4) Proceed at childrens crossing-pedestrian at crossing* 6 $433 3
Rule 81 (1) Approach pedestrian crossing too quickly to stop safely* 6 $433 3
Rule 81 (2) Not give way to pedestrian on pedestrian crossing* 6 $433 3
Rule 82 Pass/overtake vehicle at pedestrian/childrens crossing* 6 $433 3
GIVE WAY - MISCELLANEOUS
Rule 83 Not give way to pedestrian in shared zone 6 $433 3
Rule 84 (1)(a) Not give way to tram (drive through dividing strip break) 5 $325 3
Rule 84 (1)(b) Not give way to vehicle (drive through dividing strip break) 5 $325 3
Rule 85 (a) Not give way to vehicle in turning lane 5 $325 3
Rule 85 (b) Not give way to vehicle entering turning lane (to right) 5 $325 3
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Rule 85 (c) Not give way to vehicle entering turning lane (to left) 5 $325 3
Rule 86 (1) Not give way to vehicle (median turning bay) 5 $325 3
Rule 87 (1) Not give way to vehicle (enter road from side/shoulder) 5 $325 3
Rule 87 (3) Not give way to vehicle (enter road from parking area) 5 $325 3
TRAFFIC SIGNS & ROAD MARKINGS
Rule 88 (1) Disobey left turn only sign 4 $253 2
Rule 88 (2) Disobey left lane must turn left sign 4 $253 2
Rule 89 (1) Disobey right turn only sign 4 $253 2
Rule 89 (2) Disobey right lane must turn right sign 4 $253 2
Rule 90 Disobey no turns sign 4 $253 2
Rule 91 (1) Disobey no left turn sign 4 $253 2
Rule 91 (2) Disobey not right turn sign 4 $253 2
Rule 92 (1) Drive contrary to direction of traffic lane arrow 4 $253 2
Rule 93 (1)(a) Pass vehicle contrary to no overtaking or passing sign 4 $253 2
Rule 93 (1)(b) Overtake vehicle contrary to no overtaking or passing sign 4 $253 2
Rule 94 Disobey no overtaking on bridge sign 4 $253 2
Rule 95 (1) Drive in emergency stopping lane 4 $253 2
Rule 96 (1) Stop on area marked with keep clear marking 4 $253 2
Rule 97 (1) Disobey road access sign 4 $253 2
Rule 98 (1) Disobey one-way sign 4 $253 2
Rule 99 (1) Disobey keep left sign 4 $253 2
Rule 99 (2) Disobey keep right sign 4 $253 2
Rule 100 Disobey no entry sign 4 $253 2
Rule 101 (1) Not stop before hand-held stop sign* 5 $325 3
Rule 101 (2)(a) Proceed past hand-held stop sign while sign shown* 5 $325 3
Rule 101 (2)(b) Proceed past hand-held stop sign contrary to directions* 5 $325 3
Rule 101A Drive on safety ramp or arrester bed 4 $253
Rule 102 (1) Disobey clearance/low clearance sign 3 $180
Rule 102 (1) Proceed past clearance/low clearance sign - tunnel/bridge/structure 14 $2,238 6
Rule 103 (1) Disobey bridge load limit (gross mass) sign 4 $253
Rule 103 (1) Disobey gross load limit sign 4 $253
Rule 103 (2) Disobey bridge load limit (mass per axle group) sign 4 $253
Rule 104 (1) Disobey no trucks sign (GVM) 3 $180
Rule 104 (2) Disobey no trucks sign (length) 3 $180
Rule 104 (3) Disobey no trucks sign 3 $180
Rule 104 (1) Disobey no trucks sign (GVM) (where the sign is in relation to Galston Gorge) 14 $2,238 6
Rule 104 (2) Disobey no trucks sign (length) (where the sign is in relation to Galston Gorge) 14 $2,238 6
Rule 104 (3) Disobey no trucks sign (where the sign is in relation to Galston Gorge) 14 $2,238 6
Rule 105 Disobey trucks must enter sign 8 $650
Rule 106 (1) Disobey no buses sign (GVM) 3 $180
Rule 106 (2) Disobey no buses sign (length) 3 $180
Rule 106 (3) Disobey no buses sign 3 $180
Rule 107 Disobey buses must enter sign 8 $650
Rule 108 (1) Disobey trucks and buses low gear sign 5 $325 3
ROUNDABOUTS
Rule 111 (1)&(2) Not enter roundabout on left (leave less than halfway) 4 $253
Rule 111 (1)&(3) Not enter roundabout on right (leave more than halfway) 4 $253
Rule 111 (1)&(5) Not enter roundabout in direction of traffic lane arrow 4 $253
Rule 112 (2) Before roundabout not give left change of direction signal 3 $180 2
Rule 112 (3) Not maintain left change of direction signal in roundabout 3 $180 2
Rule 113 (2) Before roundabout not give right change of direction signal 3 $180 2
Rule 113 (3) Not maintain right change of direction signal in roundabout 3 $180 2
Rule 114 (1)(a) Not give way to vehicle when entering roundabout 5 $325 3
Rule 114 (1)(b) Not give way to tram when entering roundabout 5 $325 3
Rule 114 (2) Not give way to tram when driving in roundabout 5 $325 3
Rule 115 (1) Not drive left of traffic island in roundabout 4 $253 2
Rule 116 Not drive in roundabout in direction of traffic lane arrow 4 $253
Rule 117 (1) Not give left change of direction signal in roundabout 3 $180 2
Rule 117 (2) Not give right change of direction signal in roundabout 3 $180 2
Rule 118 (1) Not give left change of direction signal (exit roundabout) 3 $180 2
Rule 118 (2) Not stop left change of direction signal (exit roundabout) 3 $180
LEVEL CROSSINGS
Rule 121 (a) Not stop at stop line/sign at level crossing 6 $433 3
Rule 121 (b) Not give way to train/tram at level crossing with stop sign 6 $433 3
Rule 122 Disobey give way sign/line at level crossing 6 $433 3
Rule 123 (a) Enter level crossing contrary to lights/bells 6 $433 3
Rule 123 (b) Enter level crossing with gate/boom/barrier operating 6 $433 3
Rule 123 (c) Enter level crossing when train/tram on/entering crossing 6 $433 3
Rule 123 (d) Enter level crossing when approaching train/tram seen/heard 6 $433 3
Rule 123 (e) Enter level crossing when crossing/road beyond blocked 6 $433 3
Rule 124 Not leave level crossing when safe 6 $433 3
OBSTRUCTION
Rule 125 (1) Unreasonably obstruct driver/pedestrian 4 $253
Rule 126 Drive behind other vehicle too closely to stop safely 6 $433 3
Rule 127 (1) Long vehicle not required distance from other long vehicle 6 $433 3
Rule 128 Enter intersection when intersection/road beyond blocked 4 $253
Rule 128A Enter blocked children's/pedestrian/marked foot crossing* 4 $253 2
KEEPING LEFT
Rule 129 (1) Not drive on far left side of road 4 $253 2
Rule 130 (1)(a)&(2) Drive in right lane on road with speed limit over 80 km/h 5 $325 2
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Rule 130 (1)(b)&(2) Disobey keep left unless overtaking sign 5 $325 2
Rule 131 Not keep left of oncoming vehicle 5 $325 2
Rule 132 (1) Not keep left of centre on two-way road 5 $325 2
Rule 132 (2) Not keep left of dividing line 5 $325 3
Rule 132 (2A) Drive across dividing lines to perform U-turn 5 $325 3
Rule 135 (1) Not keep left of median strip 5 $325 3
Rule 136 Drive wrong way on one-way service road 5 $325 3
Rule 137 (1) Drive on dividing strip 4 $253 2
Rule 138 (1) Drive on/over continuous line near painted island 4 $253 2
OVERTAKING
Rule 140 Overtake vehicle when unsafe 5 $325 2
Rule 141 (1) Overtake to left of vehicle 3 $180 2
Rule 142 (1) Overtake to right of vehicle turning right/making U-turn 5 $325 2
Rule 143 (1) Disobey do not overtake turning vehicle sign (left turn) 4 $253 2
Rule 143 (1A) Overtake/pass vehicle contrary to sign 4 $253 2
Rule 143 (2) Disobey do not overtake turning vehicle sign (right/U-turn) 4 $253 2
Rule 144 (a) Overtake vehicle too closely 5 $325 2
Rule 144 (b) Cut in front of vehicle after overtaking 5 $325 2
Rule 144-1 (1) Fail to keep safe distance when passing bicycle 5 $325 2
Rule 145 Increase speed while being overtaken 5 $325 3
LANES, MERGING, EDGE LINES
Rule 146 (1) Not drive within marked lane multi-lane road 4 $253 2
Rule 146 (2) Not drive within single line of traffic (no lines marked) 4 $253 2
Rule 147 Move from marked lane to another across continuous line 4 $253 2
Rule 148 (1) Not give way (move from marked lane to another) 5 $325 3
Rule 148 (2) Not give way (move from one line of traffic to another) 5 $325 3
Rule 148A Not give way (diverges left or right within marked lane) 5 $325 3
Rule 149 Not give way to vehicle ahead when merging 5 $325 3
Rule 150 (1) Drive on/over continuous white edge line 4 $253 2
RIDING MOTORCYCLES ABREAST
Rule 151 (1) Ride motorcycle more than 2 abreast on road 1 $72
Rule 151 (2) Ride motorcycle more than 2 abreast in marked lane 1 $72
Rule 151 (4) Ride motorcycle more than 1.5m from another 1 $72
Rule 151-1 Ride motorcycle while lane splitting at speed exceeding 30 km/h 8 $650 3
OVERHEAD CONTROLS ON MARKED LANES
Rule 152 (1)&(2) Drive in lane (red cross on overhead device) 6 $433 3
Rule 152 (1)&(3) Drive in lane (flashing red cross on overhead device) 6 $433 3
DEDICATED LANES
Rule 153 (1) Drive in bicycle lane 3 $180
Rule 154 (1) Drive in bus lane 5 $325 1
Rule 155 (1) Drive in tram lane 4 $253
Rule 156 (1) Drive in transit lane 4 $253
Rule 157 (1) Drive in truck lane 5 $325
Rule 157-1 (1) Drive in a T-Way lane 5 $325 1
Rule 159 (1) Not drive in lane marked for particular vehicle 5 $325 3
TRAMS/SAFETY ZONES
Rule 160 (2) Pass/overtake to right of tram 2 $108
Rule 160 (3) Pass/overtake tram turning/signalling left 2 $108
Rule 161 (2) Pass/overtake to left of tram 2 $108
Rule 161 (3) Pass/overtake tram turning/signalling right 2 $108
Rule 162 (1)(a) Drive on safety zone 3 $180 2
Rule 163 (1)(b) Not drive safely to left of safety zone 3 $180 2
Rule 163 (1)&(2) Drive past rear of stopped tram when pedestrian is crossing 3 $180 2
Rule 164 (1)&(2) Not give way to pedestrian near stopped tram 3 $180 2
Rule 164 (1)&(3) Proceed near stopped tram (road not clear of pedestrians) 3 $180 2
Rule 164 (1)&(4) Pass/overtake stopped tram at prohibited speed 3 $180 2
Rule 164A Drive past safety zone/stopped tram 3 $180 2
Rule 164A Fail to give way to pedestrian crossing near stopped tram 3 $180 2
MEDIAN STRIP PARKING AREAS
Rule 212 (1) Enter/leave median strip parking area contrary to sign 2 $108
Rule 212 (2) Not enter/leave median strip parking area forwards 2 $108
VEHICLE SECURITY
Rule 213 (2) Not restrain vehicle properly 2 $108
Rule 213 (3) Leave engine on 2 $108
Rule 213 (4) Not remove ignition key (vehicle unattended) 2 $108
Rule 213 (5) Not secure windows/lock doors (vehicle unattended) 2 $108
LIGHTS
Rule 215-1 (1) Drive during period of darkness without prescribed lights 2 $108 1
Rule 216 (1)(a) Tail/rear lights no on/visible (towing from front) 2 $108
Rule 216 (1)(b) Rear lights not/visible (towing from rear) 2 $108
Rule 218 (1)(a) Use/allow use of high-beam on vehicle in front 2 $108 1
Rule 218 (1)(b) Use/allow use of high-beam on oncoming vehicle 2 $108 1
Rule 218-1 (a) Use fog light when not permitted 2 $108
Rule 218-1 (b) Unlawful use of spot/search lamp 2 $108
Rule 218-1 (c) Unlawful use of additional headlamps 2 $108
Rule 218-1 (e) Use other lights not as prescribed 2 $108
Rule 218-1 (f) Use/allow use of hazard warning lights when not permitted 2 $108
Rule 219 Use/allow use of light on/in vehicle likely/to dazzle 2 $108 1
Rule 220-1 (1) Stand vehicle/trailer not have rear light etc lighted 2 $108
Rule 221-1 (1) Improperly use crimson warning light on vehicle 2 $108
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Rule 221-2 (1) Flashing warning light not on - street vending vehicle parked 2 $108
Rule 221-2 (2) Flashing warning light on - street vending vehicle on road 2 $108
Rule 222-1 (1) Not use bus four-way flasher when children getting on/off 5 $325
Rule 222-2 (1) Drive school bus without warning system attached 3 $180
Rule 222-2 (2) Not activate flashing lights at children drop off/pick up 3 $180
Rule 222-2 (3) Activate flashing lights of school bus when not permitted 2 $108
Rule 223 (a) Animal-drawn vehicle-white light not fitted/visible 1 $72
Rule 223 (b) Animal-drawn vehicle-red light not fitted/visible 1 $72
Rule 223 (c)(i) Animal-drawn vehicle-reflector not fitted/over 1.5m 1 $72
Rule 223 (c)(ii) Animal-drawn vehicle-reflector not fitted/visible 1 $72
HORNS/WARNING DEVICES
Rule 224 Use/allow use of horn/warning device unnecessarily 5 $325
Rule 224-1 Driver/rider/passenger use device to make sound like a siren 5 $325
WARNING TRIANGLES
Rule 226 (1) Drive heavy vehicle without portable warning triangles 2 $108
Rule 226 (2) Not produce portable warning triangles for inspection 2 $108
Rule 227 (2) Triangle not behind vehicle/fallen load - speed equal to/exceeds 80 km/h 2 $108
Rule 227 (2) Triangle not beside vehicle/fallen load - speed equal to/exceeds 80 km/h 2 $108
Rule 227 (2) Triangle not between two places on divided road - speed equal to/exceeds 80 km/h 2 $108
Rule 227 (2) Triangle not in front of vehicle/fallen load - speed equal to/exceeds 80 km/h 2 $108
Rule 227 (3) Triangle not behind vehicle/fallen load - speed limit less than 80 km/h 2 $108
Rule 227 (3) Triangle not beside vehicle/fallen load - speed limit less than 80 km/h 2 $108
Rule 227 (3) Triangle not between two places on divided road - speed limit less than 80 km/h 2 $108
Rule 227 (3) Triangle not in front of vehicle/fallen load - speed limit less than 80 km/h 2 $108
PEDESTRIANS
Rule 228 Travel past no pedestrians sign 1 $72
Rule 229 Disobey road access sign 1 $72
Rule 230 (1)(a) Not cross road by shortest safe route 1 $72
Rule 230 (1)(b) Stay on road longer than necessary to cross 1 $72
Rule 231 (1)&(2)(a) Cross when pedestrian lights not green 1 $72
Rule 231 (1)&(3)(a) Not cross quickly to safety area (pedestrian lights) 1 $72
Rule 231 (1)&(3)(b) Not cross quickly to nearest side (pedestrian lights) 1 $72
Rule 231 (1)&(4) Not stay in safety area at pedestrian lights 1 $72
Rule 232 (1) Cross against traffic light (no pedestrian lights) 1 $72
Rule 233 (1) Cross road before tram stops 1 $72
Rule 233 (2)(a) Not cross by shortest safest route after getting off tram 1 $72
Rule 233 (2)(b) Stay on road after getting off tram 1 $72
Rule 234 (1) Pedestrian not cross part/road at crossing 1 $72
Rule 234 (2) Stay on crossing longer than necessary 1 $72
Rule 235 (1)(a) Not use pedestrian facility at level crossing 1 $72
Rule 235 (1)(b) Not cross within 20m of level crossing 1 $72
Rule 235 (2)(a) Cross level crossing contrary to warning lights/bells 1 $72
Rule 235 (2)(b) Cross level crossing with gate/boom/barrier operating 1 $72
Rule 235 (2)(c) Cross level crossing when tram/train on/entering crossing 1 $72
Rule 235 (2)(d) Cross level crossing when approaching tram/train seen/heard 1 $72
Rule 235 (2)(e) Cross level crossing when crossing/road beyond blocked 1 $72
Rule 235 (2A)(a) Not finish crossing without delay if warning lights/bells start 1 $72
Rule 235 (2A)(b) Not finish crossing without delay if gate/boom starts to close 1 $72
Rule 235 (2A)(c) Not finish crossing without delay if train or tram approaches 1 $72
Rule 235A (2) Cross if a pedestrian level crossing has red pedestrian light 1 $72
Rule 235A (3) Not finish crossing without delay if red pedestrian light appears 1 $72
Rule 236 (1) Pedestrian move into driver's path 1 $72
Rule 236 (2) Pedestrian obstruct driver's/other pedestrian's path 1 $72
Rule 236 (4)(a) Stand on/move onto road to solicit contributions etc from occupant of vehicle 1 $72
Rule 236 (4)(b) Stand on/move onto road to hitchhike 1 $72
Rule 236 (4)(c) Stand on/move onto road to display an advertisement 1 $72
Rule 236 (4)(d) Stand on/move onto road to sell or offer articles for sale 1 $72
Rule 236 (4)(e) Stand on/move onto road to wash/clean/offer to wash/clean windscreen of vehicle 1 $72
Rule 236 (5) Driver/passenger in/on vehicle buy/offer to buy article/service from person on road 1 $72
Rule 237 (1) Get on/into moving vehicle 1 $72
Rule 238 (1) Pedestrian not travel on footpath/nature strip 1 $72
Rule 238 (2)(a) Pedestrian not keep to side of road 1 $72
Rule 238 (2)(ab) Pedestrian travel on road not face approaching traffic 1 $72
Rule 238 (2)(b) Travel on road beside more than 1 other pedestrian/vehicle 1 $72
Rule 239 (1) Pedestrian on bicycle path/separated footpath 1 $72
Rule 239 (3) Not keep out of path of bicycle/pedestrian 1 $72
WHEELED DEVICES/TOYS
Rule 240 (1) Use wheeled device (dividing line/median strip) 1 $72
Rule 240 (1) Use wheeled device (multi-lane one-way road) 1 $72
Rule 240 (1) Use wheeled toy (dividing line/median strip) 1 $72
Rule 240 (1) Use wheeled toy (multi-lane one-way road) 1 $72
Rule 240 (1) Use wheeled device (speed limit greater than 50 km/h) 1 $72
Rule 240 (1) Use wheeled toy (speed limit greater than 50 km/h) 1 $72
Rule 240 (2)(a) Use wheeled device on prohibited road 1 $72
Rule 240 (2)(b) Use wheeled device on road at prohibited time 1 $72
Rule 240 (2)(c) Use propelled wheeled recreational device on road 1 $72
Rule 240 (3)(a) Use wheeled toy on prohibited road 1 $72
Rule 240 (3)(b) Use wheeled toy on road at prohibited time 1 $72
Rule 240A Disobey no wheeled recreational devices/toys sign 1 $72
Rule 241 (1)(a) Not keep left when using wheeled device/toy 1 $72
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Rule 241 (1)(b) Travel alongside more than 1 (wheeled device/toy) 1 $72
Rule 242 (1)(a) Not keep left of shared/path (wheeled device/toy) 1 $72
Rule 242 (1)(b) Not give way on shared/path (wheeled device/toy) 1 $72
Rule 243 (1) Use wheeled device on pedestrian separated path 1 $72
Rule 243 (2) Obstruct bicycle on separated/path (wheeled device) 1 $72
Rule 244 (1) Use wheeled recreational device/toy being towed 1 $72
Rule 244 (2) Hold onto moving vehicle (wheeled device/toy) 1 $72
Rule 244 (3) Use wheeled recreational device/toy within 2m of vehicle 1 $72
BICYCLES
Rule 119 Bicycle rider on left of roundabout not give way to vehicle 2 $108
Rule 141 (2) Cyclist pass/overtake left of left turning vehicle 2 $108
Rule 151 (1) Ride bicycle more than 2 abreast on road 2 $108
Rule 151 (2) Ride bicycle more than 2 abreast in marked lane 2 $108
Rule 151 (4) Ride bicycle more than 1.5m from another 2 $108
Rule 245 (a) Not sit astride bicycle rider's seat 2 $108
Rule 245 (b) Not ride bicycle with hand on bars 2 $108
Rule 245 (c) Ride bicycle in incorrect position 2 $108
Rule 245-1 (1)(a) Ride bicycle negligently 6 $433
Rule 245-1 (1)(b) Ride bicycle furiously 6 $433
Rule 245-1 (1)(c) Ride bicycle recklessly 6 $433
Rule 246 (1) Carry more persons on bicycle than permitted 2 $108
Rule 246 (2) Passenger on bicycle not sit on passenger seat 2 $108
Rule 246 (3) Ride bicycle with passenger not seated on passenger seat 2 $108
Rule 247 (1) Not ride in bicycle lane 2 $108
Rule 247A Rider not enter bicycle storage area correctly 2 $108
Rule 247B (1)(a) Enter bicycle storage area not give way to vehicle 2 $108
Rule 247B (1)(b) Enter bicycle storage area not give way to vehicle (lights) 2 $108
Rule 247B (1)(c) Enter bicycle storage area not give way to vehicle (arrows) 2 $108
Rule 247B (2) In bicycle storage area not give way to vehicle (multi-lane) 2 $108
Rule 248 (1) Bicycle rider cross road on children's/pedestrian crossing 2 $108
Rule 248 (2) Bicycle rider cross road on marked foot crossing 2 $108
Rule 249 Ride bicycle on pedestrian part of separated footpath 2 $108
Rule 250 (1) Ride bicycle on footpath (12 yrs or older) 2 $108
Rule 250 (2) Bicycle not keep left (shared/foot path) 2 $108
Rule 250 (2)(b) Bicycle not give way (shared/foot path) 2 $108
Rule 251 Bicycle not ride to left of oncoming bicycle on path 2 $108
Rule 252 (1) Disobey no bicycles sign/road marking 2 $108
Rule 253 Bicycle rider moving into path of driver/pedestrian 2 $108
Rule 254 (1) Ride on bicycle that is being towed 5 $325
Rule 254 (2) Hold onto moving vehicle while riding bicycle 5 $325
Rule 255 Ride bicycle too close to rear of motor vehicle 2 $108
Rule 256 (1) Rider not wear bicycle helmet/fitted/fastened 5 $325
Rule 256 (2) Passenger not wear bicycle helmet/fitted/fastened 5 $325
Rule 257 (1) Tow bicycle trailer with person in/on trailer 2 $108
Rule 258 (a) Ride bicycle without working brake 2 $108
Rule 258 (b) Ride bicycle without working warning device 2 $108
Rule 259 (a) Ride bicycle without visible front white light 2 $108
Rule 259 (b) Ride bicycle without visible rear red light 2 $108
Rule 259 (c) Ride bicycle without visible red reflector 2 $108
Rule 260 (1) Proceed before allowed (red bicycle crossing light showing) 2 $108
Rule 261 (1) Proceed before allowed (yellow bicycle crossing light showing) 2 $108
Rule 262 (1) Not cross intersection safely (bicycle crossing lights) 2 $108
Rule 262 (2) Not finish crossing road safely (bicycle crossing lights) 2 $108
SEAT BELTS
Rule 264 Driver not wearing seatbelt 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 265 (1) Passenger occupy same seat as another (16 yrs or older) 5 $325
Rule 265 (1) Passenger seatbelt not adjusted/fastened (16 yrs or older) 5 $325
Rule 265 (1) Passenger not occupy seat with seatbelt (16 years or older) 5 $325
Rule 265 (3) Drive with passenger 16 years or older unrestrained 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 265 (3) Drive with 2 unrestrained passengers 8 $650 6 Yes
Rule 265 (3) Drive with 3 unrestrained passengers 10 $1,047 6 Yes
Rule 265 (3) Drive with 4 or more unrestrained passengers 12 $1,372 6 Yes
Rule 266 (1) Drive with passenger under 6 mths not in fastened/adjusted/approved restraint 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 266 (1) Drive with passenger older than 6 mths but less than 4 yrs not restrained 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 266 (1) Drive with passenger older than 4 yrs but less than 7 yrs not restrained 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 266 (1) Drive with passenger less than 4 yrs in front row of vehicle (two or more rows) 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 266 (1) Drive with passenger 4 yrs or older but less than 7 yrs in front row of vehicle 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 266 (1) Drive with passenger 7 yrs or older but less than 16 yrs not restrained 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 267-1 (2)(a) Learner/P1/P2 driver passengers (16 years or older) not wear seatbelts 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 267-1 (2)(a) Learner/P1/P2 driver passengers (16 years or older) seatbelts not fitted 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 267-1 (2)(b) Learner/P1/P2 driver with passenger under 16 not restrained as age appropriate 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 267-1 (3) Passenger (16 or older) in seat restraint not fitted 5 $325
Rule 267-1 (4) Passenger (16 or older) not wear seat belt properly 5 $325
SAFETY
Rule 268 (1) Travel in/on vehicle in part not for passengers/goods 5 $325
Rule 268 (2) Travel in/on part of vehicle designed for carrying goods 5 $325
Rule 268 (2)(b) Ride in/on part of vehicle for goods wrong size no seatbelt 5 $325
Rule 268 (3) Part of body outside vehicle window/door (driver) 5 $325 3
Rule 268 (3) Part of body outside vehicle window/door (passenger) 5 $325
Rule 268 (4) Drive with part of passengers body outside window/door 5 $325 3
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Rule 268 (4A) Drive with passenger in/on part of vehicle not permitted 5 $325 3
Rule 268 (4B)(a) Drive with passenger in/on part of vehicle not enclosed 5 $325 3
Rule 268 (4B)(b) Drive with passenger in/on part of vehicle no seatbelt etc 5 $325 3
Rule 268-2 (1) Travel in/on boot of motor vehicle 5 $325
Rule 268-2 (2) Driver drive motor vehicle with person/s in/on boot 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 268-3 (1) Travel in unenclosed part of trailer 5 $325
Rule 269 (1) Alight from moving vehicle 5 $325
Rule 269 (3) Cause hazard to person/vehicle (door open/alighting) 5 $325
Rule 269 (4) Drive moving bus with doors opened 5 $325
Rule 298 Tow trailer with person in/on trailer 5 $325 3
MOTORCYCLES
Rule 270 (1)(a) Ride motorcycle with no helmet (rider alone) 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 270 (1)(b) Ride motorcycle with one unhelmeted passenger 5 $325 3 Yes
Rule 270 (1)(b) Ride motorcycle with 2 unhelmeted passengers 8 $650 6 Yes
Rule 270 (1)(b) Ride motorcycle with 3 unhelmeted passengers 10 $1,047 6 Yes
Rule 270 (1)(b) Ride motorcycle with 4 or more unhelmeted passengers 12 $1,372 6 Yes
Rule 270 (1) Ride motorcycle with one unhelmeted passenger (rider not helmeted) 8 $650 6 Yes
Rule 270 (1) Ride motorcycle with 2 unhelmeted passengers (rider not helmeted) 10 $1,047 9 Yes
Rule 270 (1) Ride motorcycle with 3 unhelmeted passengers (rider not helmeted) 12 $1,372 9 Yes
Rule 270 (1) Ride motorcycle with 4 or more unhelmeted passengers (rider not helmeted) 13 $1,696 9 Yes
Rule 270 (2) Motorcycle passenger not wearing helmet 5 $325
Rule 271 (1)(a) Not sit astride on motorcycle riders seat 5 $325 3
Rule 271 (1)(b) Not ride motorcycle with hand on handlebars 2 $108
Rule 271 (1)(c) Ride motorcycle in incorrect position 2 $108
Rule 271 (2)(a) Not sit astride pillion seat 5 $325
Rule 271 (2)(b) Feet not on pillion footrests 2 $108
Rule 271 (2)(a)&(3) Passenger not sit astride pillion seat (rider) 5 $325
Rule 271 (2)(b)&(3) Passengers feet not on pillion footrests (rider) 2 $108
Rule 271 (4) Ride motorcycle with more than 1 passenger 5 $325 3
Rule 271 (5) Exceed number of passengers in motorcycle sidecar 5 $325 3
Rule 271 (5A) Ride motor bike with passenger under 8 years not in sidecar 5 $325 3
Rule 271 (5B) Motor bike passenger in sidecar not safely seated 5 $325
Rule 271 (5C) Rider carry passenger not safely seated in sidecar 5 $325 3
Rule 271-1 (1) Carry passenger on motor bike (licensed for less than 12 months) 5 $325 3
Rule 271-2 (1) Drive car-based motor tricycle with under 16 year passenger 5 $325 3
PASSENGER INTERFERENCE
Rule 272 (a) Passenger interfere with driver's control of vehicle 2 $108
Rule 272 (b) Passenger obstruct driver's view 2 $108
T & B LIGHTS
Rule 274 Not stop on red T light 6 $433 3
Rule 275 Not stop on yellow T light 6 $433 3
Rule 277 Proceed before allowed after stop on red/yellow T Light 6 $433 3
Rule 279 (2) Proceed before allowed after stop on white T light/arrow 6 $433 3
Rule 279 (3) Not leave intersection safely (white T light/arrow) 6 $433 3
Rule 281 Not stop on red B light 6 $433 3
Rule 282 Not stop on yellow B light 6 $433 3
Rule 284 Proceed before allowed after stop on red/yellow B light 6 $433 3
Rule 286 (2) Proceed before allowed after stop on white B light/arrow 6 $433 3
Rule 286 (3) Not leave intersection safely (white B light/arrow) 6 $433 3
CRASHES - DUTIES OF DRIVER
Rule 287 (1)&(2)(a) Not give particulars to other driver 5 $325 3
Rule 287 (1)&(2)(b) Not give particulars to injured person 5 $325 3
Rule 287 (1)&(2)(c) Not give particulars to owner of damaged property 5 $325 3
Rule 287 (1)&(3) Not give particulars to police 5 $325 3
PATHS/STRIPS/ISLANDS
Rule 288 (1) Drive on path* 5 $325 3
Rule 288 (4) Driver not give way to user/animal on path* 5 $325 3
Rule 289 (1) Drive on nature strip* 5 $325 3
Rule 289 (2) Driver not give way to user/animal on nature strip* 5 $325 3
Rule 290 Drive on traffic island* 5 $325 3
TOWING NOISE/SMOKE
Rule 291 Start/drive vehicle causing unnecessary noise/smoke 5 $325 3
Rule 291-1 (1) Not stop engine of stationary vehicle 3 $180
Rule 291-2 Driver not prevent waste oil/grease dropping on roadway 3 $180
Rule 291-3 Driver splash mud on bus passengers 3 $180
Rule 292 (a) Drive/tow vehicle with unsecured load 6 $433 3
Rule 292 (b) Drive/tow vehicle with load causing instability 6 $433 3
Rule 292 (c) Drive/tow vehicle with overhanging load 6 $433 3
Rule 293 (2) Not remove/have removed any thing fallen/put on road 6 $433 3
Rule 294 (1)(a)(i) Tow without control of towed vehicle 6 $433 3
Rule 294 (1)(a)(ii) Towed vehicle not in order/with licensed person/in control 6 $433 3
Rule 294 (1)(b) Tow vehicle when unsafe 6 $433 3
Rule 294 (2)(a) Tow without control of trailer 6 $433 3
Rule 294 (2)(b) Tow trailer when unsafe 6 $433 3
Rule 294-1 (1)(a) Articulated vehicle tow other vehicle 6 $433 3
Rule 294-1 (1)(b) Motor vehicle tow more than one vehicle 6 $433 3
Rule 294-1 (1)(b) Use/cause towed vehicle/trailer exceed maximum laden weight (non-driver) 6 $433
Rule 294-2 (1)(a) Towed vehicle/trailer exceed towing capacity 6 $433 3
Rule 294-2 (1)(b) Towed vehicle/trailer exceed maximum laden weight 6 $433 3
Rule 294-3 (1)(a) Not keep required distance (towing with towline) 2 $108
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Rule 294-3 (1)(b)(i) Not have licensed driver in control of towed vehicle 2 $108
Rule 294-3 (1)(b)(ii) Tow vehicle without authorisation/not comply with authorisation 2 $108
Rule 294-3 (1)(c) Not display hoisting capacity 2 $108
Rule 294-3 (1)(c) Not have lift equipment approved by Authority 2 $108
Rule 294-3 (1)(c) Not interconnect brakes with braking system of tow truck 2 $108
Rule 294-3 (1)(c) Not release weight of towed vehicle from lifting device 2 $108
Rule 294-3 (1)(d) Drive vehicle tow motor bike not as prescribed 2 $108
Rule 294-3 (1)(e) Not display warning flag as required 2 $108
Rule 294-3 (1)(f) Not have proper lighting on towed vehicle 2 $108
Rule 294-3 (1)(g) Tow non-mechanical vehicle not fastened as prescribed 2 $108
REVERSING
Rule 296 (1) Not reverse vehicle safely* 3 $180 2
Rule 296 (2) Reverse vehicle further than necessary 2 $108
VIEW & CONTROL
Rule 297 (1) Drive without proper control of vehicle* 6 $433 3
Rule 297 (2) Drive vehicle without clear view* 5 $325 3
Rule 297 (3) Ride with animal between rider and handle bars* 6 $433 3
Rule 297 (1A) Drive motor vehicle with person or animal in lap* 6 $433 3
MOBILE PHONES/TV/VDU
Rule 299 (1)(a) Drive vehicle with TV/VDU image visible to driver* 5 $325 3
Rule 299 (1)(b) Drive vehicle with TV/VDU image likely to distract another driver 5 $325
Rule 300 Drive using mobile phone when not permitted (not L, P1 or P2)* 5 $325 4 Yes
Rule 300-1 Learner or Provisional driver use mobile phone while driving* 5 $325 4 Yes
GENERAL
Rule 298-1 Driver consume alcohol while driving 5 $325 3
Rule 300-2 (1) Drive dangerous goods transporter in prohibited area 6 $433
Rule 300-4 (1) Drive school bus without displaying signs 5 $325
Rule 300-5 Drive motor vehicle not carry licence 2 $108
Rule 316-2 (1) Unlawfully display turning vehicle sign 3 $180
ANIMALS
Rule 301 (1) Lead animal while driving vehicle 1 $72
Rule 301 (2) Passenger lead animal while vehicle is moving 1 $72
Rule 301 (3) Bicycle rider lead animal when not permitted 1 $72
Rule 302 Not give way when riding animal on footpath/nature strip 1 $72
Rule 303 (1) Ride animal more than 2 abreast (not multi-lane road) 1 $72
Rule 303 (2) Ride animal more than 2 abreast (marked lane) 1 $72
Rule 303 (4) Ride animal more than 1.5m from another rider 1 $72
DIRECTIONS
Rule 304 (1) Not obey direction of police/authorised person 5 $325 3
TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES
Rule 316-2 (1) Display do not overtake turning vehicle sign when less than 7 1/2 metres 3 $180
CLASS B or C VEHICLES IN SAFE-T-CAM OR AVERAGE SPEED DETECTION
ZONES
Rule 127 (1) Long vehicle not required distance from other long vehicle 11 $1,299 4
Rule 132 (1) Not keep left of centre on two-way road 11 $1,299 4
Rule 132 (2) Not keep left of dividing line 11 $1,299 4
Rule 146 (1) Not drive within marked lane multi-lane road 11 $1,299 4
Rule 146 (2) Not drive within single line of traffic (no lines marked) 11 $1,299 4
Rule 147 Move from marked lane to another across continuous line 11 $1,299 4
Rule 150 (1) Drive on/over continuous white edge line 11 $1,299 4
Rule 215-1 (1) Drive during period of darkness without prescribed lights 11 $1,299 4
BICYCLES OFFENCES
LEFT TURN AT INTERSECTIONS
Rule 27 (1) Not turn left from far left side of road 2 $108
Rule 28 (1) Not turn left from multi-lane road from within left lane 2 $108
Rule 28 (1A) Not turn left from slip lane from multi-lane road 2 $108
Rule 28 (2A) Bike rider not enter from left marked lane-bike storage area 2 $108
Rule 29 Turn left contrary to road marking 2 $108
Rule 31 (4A) Bike rider not enter intersection from left of/parallel to/as near to dividing line/strip 2 $108
RIGHT TURN AT INTERSECTIONS
Rule 31 (4A) Bike rider not enter one-way road from far right 2 $108
Rule 31 (4A) Bike rider not turn right from left of/parallel to/as near to dividing line/strip 2 $108
Rule 31 Not turn right from left of line/strip correctly 2 $108
Rule 31 Not turn right from left of centre of road correctly 2 $108
Rule 31 Not turn right from far right side of one-way road 2 $108
Rule 32 (1) Not turn right from multi-lane road from within right lane 2 $108
Rule 32 (2A) Not enter intersection from bike storage area - turning right 2 $108
Rule 33 (1)&(2) Turn right contrary to road marking 2 $108
Rule 33 (1)&(3) Not turn right near to right of centre of intersection 2 $108
Rule 35 (2) Bicycle rider not make hook turn as prescribed 2 $108
TRAFFIC CONTROL LIGHTS
Rule 56 (1)(a) Not stop at stop line at red light 6 $433
Rule 56 (1) Not stop at red light - toll booth 3 $180
Rule 56 (1)(b) Not stop before stop sign at red light 6 $433
Rule 56 (1)(c) Not stop before lights at red light 6 $433
Rule 56 (2)(a) Not stop at stop line at red arrow 6 $433
Rule 56 (2)(b) Not stop before stop sign at red arrow 6 $433
Rule 56 (2)(c) Not stop before lights at red arrow 6 $433
Rule 59 (1) Proceed through red traffic light - toll booth 3 $180
Rule 59 (1) Proceed through red traffic light 6 $433
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
CROSSINGS & SHARED ZONES
Rule 80 (1) Approach childrens crossing too quickly to stop safely 6 $433
Rule 80 (2)(a) Disobey hand-held stop sign at childrens crossing 6 $433
Rule 80 (2)(b) Not stop at childrens crossing-pedestrian on crossing 6 $433
Rule 80 (3)(a) Proceed at childrens crossing while sign shown 6 $433
Rule 80 (3)(b) Proceed at childrens crossing contrary to directions 6 $433
Rule 80 (4) Proceed at childrens crossing-pedestrian at crossing 6 $433
Rule 81 (1) Approach pedestrian crossing too quickly to stop safely 6 $433
Rule 81 (2) Not give way to pedestrian on pedestrian crossing 6 $433
Rule 82 Pass/overtake vehicle at pedestrian/childrens crossing 6 $433
Rule 83 Not give way to pedestrian in shared zone 2 $108
TRAFFIC SIGNS & ROAD MARKINGS
Rule 88 (1) Disobey left turn only sign 2 $108
Rule 88 (2) Disobey left lane must turn left sign 2 $108
Rule 89 (1) Disobey right turn only sign 2 $108
Rule 89 (2) Disobey right lane must turn right sign 2 $108
Rule 90 Disobey no turns sign 2 $108
Rule 91 (1) Disobey no left turn sign 2 $108
Rule 91 (2) Disobey not right turn sign 2 $108
Rule 92 (1) Drive contrary to direction of traffic lane arrow 2 $108
Rule 98 (1) Disobey one-way sign 2 $108
Rule 99 (1) Disobey keep left sign 2 $108
Rule 99 (2) Disobey keep right sign 2 $108
Rule 100 Disobey no entry sign 2 $108
KEEPING LEFT
Rule 129 (1) Not drive on far left side of road 2 $108
Rule 130 (1)(a)&(2) Drive in right lane on road with speed-limit over 80 km/h 2 $108
Rule 130 (1)(b)&(2) Disobey keep left unless overtaking sign 2 $108
Rule 131 Not keep left of oncoming vehicle 2 $108
Rule 132 (1) Not keep left of centre on two-way road 2 $108
Rule 132 (2) Not keep left of dividing line 2 $108
Rule 135 (1) Not keep left of median strip 2 $108
Rule 137 (1) Drive on dividing strip 2 $108
Rule 138 (1) Drive on/over continuous line near painted island 2 $108
Road Transport Act 2013 UNLICENSED DRIVER - INAPPROPRIATE CLASS OF LICENCE
Class C, Class R, Class LR or Class MR licence
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 7 $541
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 9 $830
Class HR, Class HC or Class MC licence
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 8 $650
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 11 $1,299
OTHER STATE OR TERRITORY LICENCE
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 7 $541
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 9 $830
EXPIRED LICENCE - LESS THAN 2 YEARS
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 7 $541
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 9 $830
EXPIRED LICENCE - MORE THAN 2 YEARS
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 8 $650
Sec 53 (1)(a) Unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 11 $1,299
NEVER HELD A LICENCE
Sec 53 (3) Unlicensed driver/rider 9 $830
PERMIT UNLICENSED DRIVER INAPPROPRIATE CLASS OF LICENCE
Class C, Class R, Class LR or Class MR licence
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 7 $541
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 9 $830
Class HR, Class HC or Class MC licence
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 8 $650
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 11 $1,299
OTHER STATE OR TERRITORY LICENCE
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 7 $541
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 9 $830
EXPIRED LICENCE - LESS THAN 2 YEARS
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 7 $541
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 9 $830
EXPIRED LICENCE - MORE THAN 2 YEARS
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (1st offence within last 5 years) 8 $650
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider (2nd or subsequent offence within last 5 years) 11 $1,299
NEVER HELD A LICENCE
Sec 53 (1)(b) Permit unlicensed driver/rider 9 $830
FRAUDULENT USE OF LICENCE
Sec 50 (a) Unlawfully possess Australian driver licence 9 $830
Sec 50 (b) Unlawfully possess article like Australian driver licence 9 $830
UNREGISTERED AND UNINSURED VEHICLES
Sec 68 (1) Use unregistered vehicle on road/area 8 $650
Sec 68 (1) Use unregistered vehicle on road/area (heavy vehicle) 12 $1,372 4
Sec 68 (1) Use unregistered vehicle on road/area (heavy vehicle)(camera detected) 12 $1,372 4

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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Sec 68 (1) Use unregistered trailer on road/area 8 $650
Sec 68 (1) Stand unregistered trailer (not part of combination) 3 $180
Sec 73 (3) Fail to make/keep/produce record of interstate number plate 12 $1,372
Sec 75 (2) Fail to provide documentation relating to use of a vehicle 12 $1,372
WRITTEN-OFF VEHICLES - ASSESSMENT OF DAMAGED VEHICLES
Sec 90 (1)(a) Assessor not ensure assessment made by trained person 8 $650
Sec 90 (1)(b) Assessor not ensure assessment by person not advised by trained person 8 $650
Sec 91 (a) Assessor not include if non-repairable damage - prior offence 12 $1,372
Sec 91 (a) Assessor not include whether non-repairable damage - 1st offence 12 $1,372
Sec 91 (b) Assessor not base cost calculation as prescribed - 1st offence 12 $1,372
Sec 91 (b) Assessor not base cost calculation as prescribed - prior offence 12 $1,372
Sec 92 (1) Assessor not provide written record of assessment 8 $650
Sec 92 (2) Assessor not provide Authority written record of assessment 12 $1,372
Sec 93 (1) Assessor not provide Authority information to assessment of veh as total loss 12 $1,372
Sec 93 (2) Self-insurer not provide information relating to total loss as prescribed 12 $1,372
Sec 93 (3) Auto-dismantler not provide information as prescribed 12 $1,372
Sec 94 (1) Assessor not keep prescribed records for 7 years 12 $1,372
Sec 94 (3) Fail to comply with direction to produce records 12 $1,372
Sec 96 Not remove/deface/obliterate/destroy vehicle identifier as required 8 $650
Sec 97 (1)(a) Not attach written-off warning label to dismantled part 8 $650
Sec 97 (1)(b) Not attach written-off warning label to vehicle 8 $650
Sec 97 (2) Not attach written-off warning label within required period 8 $650
CERTIFICATES OF COMPLIANCE
Sec 98 (6) Advertise willing to issue certificate of compliance when not licensed 12 $1,372
Sec 98 (6) Purport to issue certificate of compliance when not licensed 12 $1,372
NEGLIGENT DRIVING
Sec 116 (1) Burnout 8 $650 3
Sec 117 (1)(c) Negligent driving 6 $433 3
SPEED MEASURING EVASION ARTICLES
Sec 119 (1) Sell/offer for sale/purchase vehicle with speed evasion article 13 $1,696
Sec 119 (2) Drive/stand vehicle with speed evasion article 13 $1,696 9
Sec 119 (3) Responsible person vehicle driven with speed evasion article 13 $1,696
Sec 119 (3) Responsible person vehicle stood with speed evasion article 13 $1,696
Sec 120 (3) Fail to surrender speed evasion article 13 $1,696
VEHICLE USE AND TRAFFIC SAFETY
Sec 143 (6) Fail to pay tow-away charge 5 $325
Sec 162 (1) Vehicle not speed limiter compliant when driven on road or road related area 14 $2,238
IDENTITY OFFENCES
Sec 175 (2)(a) Driver/rider fail/refuse to produce licence/state name/address 2 $108
Sec 175 (2)(b) Driver/rider state false name/address 2 $108
Sec 177 (1) Responsible person/custodian not disclose drivers identity 9 $830
Sec 177 (1) Refuse to give info leading to drivers identification 9 $830
Sec 188 (1) Fail to supply name, address of camera recorded offender (person) 8 $650
Sec 188 (1) Fail to supply name, address of camera recorded offender (corporation) - 1st off 12 $1,372
Sec 188 (1) Fail to supply name, address of camera recorded offender (corporation) - 2nd/sub off 17 $3,679
Sec 188 (2) Falsely declare another person as camera recorded offender (person) 8 $650
Sec 188 (2) Falsely declare another person as camera recorded offender (corporation) 12 $1,372
VEHICLE SANCTION OFFENCES
Sec 239 (2) Not attach number plate confiscation notice as required 14 $2,238
Sec 243 (1) Not move/produce vehicle subject to production notice 15 $2,384
Sec 243 (2) Not remove/produce plates subject to production notice 15 $2,384
Sec 244 (1) Operate vehicle during number plate confiscation period 14 $2,238
Sec 244 (2) Remove/tamper with number plate production notice 14 $2,238
Sec 244 (3)(a) Operate vehicle in confiscation period with plate affixed 14 $2,238
Sec 244 (3)(b) Operate vehicle in confiscation period with altered plate 14 $2,238
Sec 244 (3)(c) Operate vehicle in confiscation period with resembling plate 14 $2,238
Sec 244 (4) Operate vehicle not subject to confiscation - notice attached 9 $830
RT (DL) Reg 2008 LICENCE OFFENCES
Cl 9 (3) Fail to carry notice about condition 2 $108
Cl 9 (4) Interstate conditional licence holder not carry notice 2 $108
Cl 96 (3) Refuse to allow police officer to inspect alcohol interlock device 13 $1,696
Cl 117 (1)(a) Fail to notify change of name 2 $108
Cl 117 (1)(b) Fail to notify change of address 2 $108
Cl 115 Fail to return licence 2 $108
Cl 114 (except cl 22 (b), 32, 33 & 34, 72 Fail to comply with licence conditions 4 $253 2
(3), or 74(1))
Cl 114 (in respect of cl 72 (3)) Drive without approved alcohol interlock device fitted 13 $1,696
Cl 114 (in respect of cl 74 (1)(e)) Drive with alcohol interlock device not functioning/circumvented 13 $1,696
Cl 114 (in respect of cl 74 (1)(f)) Drive with breath sample from other in alcohol interlock device 13 $1,696
Cl 118 (2) Fail to provide evidence about register contents 2 $108
Cl 116 Fail to provide information when required 2 $108
VISITING DRIVERS
Cl 99 (7)(a) Visiting driver not carry licence 2 $108
Cl 99 (7)(b) Visiting driver not produce licence 2 $108
LEARNER
Cl 15 (1)(a) Unaccompanied learner 9 $830
Cl 15 (1)(b) Fail to display L plates on car as required 4 $253 2
Cl 16 (a) Fail to supervise driving 2 $108
Cl 16 (b) Person with learner not ensure road legislation not breached 2 $108
Cl 17 (1)(a) Learner ride motorcycle with other person 4 $253 2
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Cl 17 (1)(b) Fail to display L plate on motorcycle as required 4 $253 2
Cl 17 (2)(a) Learner ride motor bike/trike not on approved list 7 $541 4
Cl 17 (2)(b) Learner ride motorcycle of prohibited capacity/power 7 $541 4
Cl 18 (a) Learner tow other vehicle 4 $253 2
Cl 18 (b) Learner drive towed vehicle 4 $253 2
Cl 19 Cause/permit/allow learner breach 2 $108
Cl 19 Owner/person in charge of vehicle fail to prevent learner breach 2 $108
PROVISIONAL
Cl 114 (1) Ride motorcycle of prohibited capacity/power - 1st offence in 5 years 7 $541 7
Cl 114 (1) Ride motorcycle of prohibited capacity/power - 2nd or subsequent offence in 5 years 9 $830 7
Cl 114 (in respect of cl 22 (b)) Not comply P1 licence - No P plates as required (Class C) 4 $253 2
Cl 114 (in respect of cl 22 (b)) Not comply P1 licence - No P plate as required - (Class R) 4 $253 2
Cl 114 (in respect of cl 22 (c)) Not comply P1 licence - Carry pillion passenger 5 $325 3
Cl 114 (in respect of cl 32) P1/P2 Driver fail to comply conditions of licence - Drive prohibited vehicle 7 $541 7
Cl 114 (in respect of cl 33) P1/P2 Driver fail to comply conditions of licence - Carry more than 1 passenger 7 $541 7
Cl 114 (in respect of cl 34) Not comply with P1 passenger restriction 7 $541 3
Cl 114 (1) Not comply P2 licence - No P Plates as required 4 $253 2
Cl 23 (a) Provisional P1 Class C holder tow vehicle over 250 kg 4 $253 2
Cl 23 (b) Provisional P1 Class R holder tow vehicle 4 $253 2
Cl 35 (6) Not produce exemption on demand by police officer 2 $108
Cl 35 (7)(a) Obtain/attempt to obtain exemption by false statement etc 5 $325
Cl 35 (7)(b) Falsely claim to police officer to have an exemption 5 $325
Cl 35 (7)(c) Forge/fraudulently alter exemption letter 5 $325
Cl 35 (7)(d) Possess exemption letter obtained by false statement/dishonest means 5 $325
Cl 35 (7)(d) Possess forged/fraudulently altered exemption letter 5 $325
Cl 35 (7)(e) Unlawfully possess exemption letter/resemblance of exemption letter 5 $325
Cl 35 (7)(f) Give/lend exemption letter for fraudulent use by other 5 $325
Cl 35 (7)(g) Fraudulently use/allow other to use exemption letter 5 $325
Cl 35 (8) Not surrender exemption letter to Authority after it ceases 2 $108
REGISTRATION OFFENCES
RT (VR) Reg 2007 NUMBER PLATES/REGISTRATION LABELS
Cl 22 (5) Not comply notice to return number plate 2 $108
Cl 26 (1) Plate holder fail to surrender damaged number plate 2 $108
Cl 26 (2) Not surrender other number plate - existing one damaged 2 $108
Cl 27 (1)(a) Not notify authority of lost/stolen number plate 2 $108
Cl 27 (1)(a) Not notify authority of destroyed number plate 2 $108
Cl 27 (1)(b) Not deliver number plate to authority 2 $108
Cl 28 Not notify recovered lost/stolen number plate 2 $108
Cl 28 Not deliver recovered/lost number plate 2 $108
Cl 30 (8) Not return number plate after registration expiry 2 $108
GENERAL OBLIGATIONS OF REGISTERED OPERATORS
Cl 31 (1)(a) Registered operator fail to notify change of garage address within 14 days 2 $108
Cl 31 (1)(b) Registered operator fail to notify change of name/address for service of notice 2 $108
Cl 31 (2)(a) Registered operator heavy vehicle fail to advise of write-off (operator declared) 2 $108
Cl 31 (2)(b) Registered operator heavy vehicle fail to advise of write-off (insurer declared) 2 $108
Cl 31 (3)(a) Registered operator use vehicle-not advise authority of changed reg. details 2 $108
Cl 31 (3)(b) Registered operator use vehicle-not pay fee/charge for change reg. details 2 $108
Cl 31 (5) Registered operator fail to provide vehicle for inspection after written notice 2 $108
Cl 31 (6) Registered operator fail to provide information (proof of use of garaged address) 2 $108
Cl 32 (2) Offer vehicle for sale without inspection report available 2 $108
Cl 32 (3) Not give vehicle purchaser inspection report 2 $108
Cl 34 (1)(a) Acquirer not complete and sign application for transfer of registration form 2 $108
Cl 34 (1)(b) Not lodge completed/signed application for transfer form with stamp duty and fee 2 $108
Cl 34 (2)(a) Fail to complete registration transfer form after acquiring vehicle (court order) 2 $108
Cl 34 (2)(b) Fail to lodge/pay application within 14 days after acquiring vehicle (court order) 2 $108
Cl 37 (3) Not return certificate on transfer cancellation 2 $108
Cl 39 (4) Registered operator fail to comply with requirements of written notice 2 $108
Cl 42 (5)(a) Not destroy registration label when registration cancelled 2 $108
Cl 42 (5)(b) Not return certificate & plates on cancellation 2 $108
TRADERS PLATES
Cl 46 (3)(a) Test drive vehicle with traders plates not issued to person 2 $108
Cl 46 (3)(b) Authorise test drive of vehicle with traders plates not purchased 2 $108
Cl 46 (3)(c) Authorise test drive in traders plates car without obtaining drivers details 2 $108
Cl 46 (3)(d) Authorise test drive in traders plates vehicle without written permit 2 $108
Cl 47 (a) Not record use of trader's plate 2 $108
Cl 47 (b) Fail to keep trader's plate records for six months 2 $108
Cl 47 (c) Not produce record of trader's plate to Police/Authority 2 $108
Cl 48 Fail to answer questions concerning use of trader's plate use 2 $108
Cl 49 Ceased trader fail to notify Authority/surrender plate 2 $108
Cl 50 (2) Not return trader's plate within 14 days 2 $108
Cl 50 (3) Allow vehicle to be driven with expired trader's plate 2 $108
Cl 50 (3) Drive vehicle with expired trader's plate 2 $108
Cl 50 (3) In charge of vehicle with expired trader's plate 2 $108
NUMBER PLATES/REGISTRATION LABELS-CLASS A MOTOR VEHICLE (Label
offences apply to Class A vehicles that are conditionally registered)
Cl 52 (1)(a) Use vehicle without correctly fixed/displayed number plate 6 $433 3
Cl 52 (1)(a) Use vehicle with obscured/defaced/illegible number plate 6 $433 3
Cl 85 (1)(a) Use vehicle with unauthorised number plate 6 $433 3
Cl 52 (1)(a) Use vehicle with illegal number plate 6 $433 3
Cl 85 (1)(b) Use vehicle with obscured/defaced/illegible label 2 $108
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Cl 85 (1)(b) Use vehicle with illegal label 2 $108
Cl 85 (1)(c) Use vehicle with expired label 2 $108
Cl 85 (2)(a) Use vehicle displaying altered plate 6 $433 3
Cl 85 (2)(a) Use vehicle displaying altered label 6 $433
Cl 85 (2)(b) Use vehicle displaying misleading plate 6 $433 3
Cl 85 (2)(b) Use vehicle displaying misleading label 6 $433
Cl 85 (3) Operator cause/permit/allow contravention of Cl 85 (1)/85 (2) 2 $108
Cl 85 (3) Operator fail to prevent contravention of Cl 85 (1)/85 (2) 2 $108
Cl 85 (1)(b) Not display registration label 2 $108
USE OF NUMBER PLATES/REGISTRATION LABELS-CLASS B or C MOTOR
VEHICLE
Cl 52 (1)(b) Use vehicle without correctly fixed/displayed number plate 8 $650 3
Cl 52 (1)(b) Use vehicle with obscured/defaced/illegible number plate 8 $650 3
Cl 52 (1)(b) Use vehicle with illegal number plate 8 $650 3
Cl 85 (1)(a) Use vehicle with unauthorised number plate 8 $650 3
Cl 85 (1)(b) Use vehicle with illegal label 8 $650
Cl 85 (1)(b) Use vehicle with obscured/defaced/illegible label 8 $650
Cl 85 (1)(c) Use vehicle with expired label 8 $650
Cl 85 (2)(c) Use vehicle displaying altered plate 8 $650 3
Cl 85 (2)(c) Use vehicle displaying altered label 8 $650
Cl 85 (2)(b) Use vehicle displaying misleading plate 8 $650 3
Cl 85 (2)(b) Use vehicle displaying misleading label 8 $650
Cl 85 (3) Operator cause/permit/allow contravention of Cl 85 (1)/85 (2) 8 $650
Cl 85 (3) Operator fail to prevent contravention of Cl 85 (1)/85 (2) 8 $650
Cl 85 (1)(b) Not display registration label 8 $650
VEHICLE STANDARDS
USE VEHICLE NOT COMPLY WITH STANDARD - LIGHT VEHICLES
Cl 52 (1)(a) Use vehicle with dangerous protrusion 5 $325 3
Cl 52 (1)(a) Frontal protection system (bullbar) 3 $180
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective LPG/CNG equipment/labelling 3 $180
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective headlights 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective tail lights 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective brake lights 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Exceed dimensions 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective brakes 5 $325 3
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective emergency brake 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective steering 5 $325 3
Cl 52 (1)(a) Excessive overhang 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Oil/grease leaks 3 $180
Cl 52 (1)(a) Seatbelt missing/defective 5 $325 3
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective seating 5 $325 3
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective door latch/hinge 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Undue emission/inefficient/silencer 3 $180
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective tyre/s 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective/missing fire extinguisher (bus) 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Road train equipment 3 $180
Cl 52 (1)(a) Not fitted/equipped seat belts/anchorages 5 $325 3
Cl 52 (1)(a) Warning signs displayed on other vehicles 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Other - (please specify defect) 2 $108
Cl 52 (1)(a) Use vehicle cause danger/annoyance 3 $180
Cl 52 (1)(a) Use unsafe/unserviced vehicle on road/area 3 $180
Cl 52 (1)(a) Defective body/chassis/structural member 3 $180
Cl 52 (2) Operator vehicle used in contravention of Cl 52 (1) 2 $108
MISCELLANEOUS
Cl 52 (4)(a) Employee not prepare a vehicle condition report 2 $108
Cl 52 (4)(b) Employee not leave copy of vehicle condition report with nominated person 2 $108
Cl 52 (4)(b) Employee not leave vehicle condition report copy with registered operator 2 $108
Cl 52 (5)(a) Operator not give employee vehicle condition report form 2 $108
Cl 52 (5)(a) Operator not nominate vehicle condition report form receiver 2 $108
Cl 52 (5)(b) Operator not retain copy of vehicle condition report 2 $108
Cl 52 (5)(c) Operator not produce vehicle condition report to Police/Authority 2 $108
Cl 52 (5)(c) Operator not cause production of vehicle condition report to Police/Authority 2 $108
Cl 55 (3)(a) Not ensure modified vehicle complies with standards 2 $108
Cl 55 (3)(b) Not ensure modification certified as complying with standard 2 $108
Cl 56 (4) Not comply with notice to present vehicle for inspection 2 $108
Cl 56 (4) Not comply with changed notice to present vehicle for inspection 2 $108
Cl 58 (7)(a) Conduct test/inspection without examiner authority 2 $108
Cl 58 (7)(b) Issue inspection report without examiner authority 2 $108
Cl 58 (8) Breach condition of examiner authority 2 $108
Cl 58 (9) Issue false/misleading inspection report 4 $253
Cl 59 (4) Use premises for inspection/test without examiner authority 2 $108
Cl 59 (5) Permit issue of false/misleading inspection report 4 $253
Cl 67 (1) Stamp/affix vehicle part number without examiner authority 2 $108
Cl 67 (2) Alter/deface vehicle part number without authority 2 $108
Cl 67 (2) Remove/obliterate vehicle part number without authority 2 $108
Cl 67 (3) Possess vehicle part with altered/defaced number 2 $108
Cl 67 (3) Possess vehicle part with removed/obliterated number 2 $108
Cl 68 (a) Not notify authority changed/replaced vehicle part 2 $108
Cl 68 (b) Not notify details of changed/replaced vehicle part 2 $108
Cl 68 (c) Not retain copy of vehicle part change/replacement notification 2 $108
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General driving offences
As at 1 December 2016
The information in this document is intended as a guide only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.
It does not replace the relevant legislation.
* Increased fines and demerit points apply for these offences when committed in a school zone. See school zone offences list.
Penalty
Double
Law Description Demerit demerits
Fine level Fine $
points
Cl 68 (d) Not produce vehicle part change/replacement notification to police 2 $108
DEFECT NOTICES/LABELS
Cl 84 (1) Permit vehicle in breach of registration condition 2 $108
Cl 84 (1) Use vehicle in breach of registration condition 2 $108
Cl 84 (2) Use vehicle in breach of minor defect notice 5 $325 1
Cl 84 (2) Use vehicle in breach of major defect notice 6 $433 3
Cl 84 (2) Permit vehicle in breach of minor defect notice 5 $325
Cl 84 (2) Permit vehicle in breach of major defect notice 6 $433
Cl 84 (3) Cause/permit use of unregistered vehicle 8 $650
Cl 84 (5) Cause/permit use of vehicle - registration suspended 8 $650
Cl 86 (1) Not provide required notification to Authority 2 $108
Cl 86 (3) Provide false/misleading garage address location 2 $108
MAC ACT 1999 UNINSURED MOTOR VEHICLES
Sec 8 (1) Use uninsured motor vehicle 8 $650
Sec 8 (1) Cause uninsured motor vehicle to be used 8 $650
Sec 8 (1) Permit uninsured motor vehicle to be used 8 $650
MVT ACT 1988 UNPAID MOTOR VEHICLE TAX
Sec 9 (1)(a) Owner drive/use vehicle with tax unpaid 8 $650
Sec 9 (1)(b) Owner cause driving/use of vehicle with tax unpaid 8 $650
Sec 9 (1)(c) Owner permit driving/use of vehicle with tax unpaid 8 $650
RT (General) Reg 2013 OFFENCES
Cl 18 (1) Person (not driver) cause/permit/allow use of transporter at prohibited time 6 $433
Cl 21 Not inspect driver licence 2 $108
Cl 24 (1) Owner did not display bus signs 5 $325
Cl 25 (1) Own school bus without warning system 5 $325
Cl 26 (2)(a) Own bus without door safety system 5 $325
Cl 26 (2)(b) Own bus without safety padding 5 $325
Cl 26 (2)(c) Own bus without field of view system 5 $325
Cl 26 (3)(a) Drive bus without door safety system 3 $180
Cl 26 (3)(b) Drive bus without safety padding 3 $180
Cl 26 (3)(c) Drive bus without field of view system 3 $180
Cl 27 (2) Own bus not comply door closing requirements 3 $180
Cl 27 (3) Drive bus not comply door closing requirements 3 $180
Cl 33 (1) Obscure traffic control device 3 $180
Cl 33 (2) Not remove obstruction from traffic control device 3 $180
Cl 34 Person (not driver) cause/permit unlawful display of turning vehicle sign 3 $180
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc articulated vehicle load etc project ahead of pin: cl 50L(1)(d) 3 $180
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc articulated vehicle exceeds 19 metres: cl 50L(1)(e) 3 $180
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc motor bike and sidecar with projecting load or equipment: cl 50L(1)(c) 3 $180
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc vehicle load not restrained appropriately: cl 50R(3) 9 $830
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc vehicle load placed makes vehicle unsafe etc: cl 50R(1) 9 $830
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc motor bike with projecting load or equipment: cl 50L(1)(b) 3 $180
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc motor lorry exceed lorry's mass limit: cl 50F(1) 9 $830
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc not attach lighted lamp or reflectors to load at night: cl 50L(4)(b) 3 $180
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc motor vehicle and trailer combination exceeds 19 metres: cl 50L(1)(f) 3 $180
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc vehicle load not secured appropriately: cl 50R(2) 9 $830
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc vehicle not mark end of loading or equipment: cl 50L(4)(a) 3 $180
Cl 50C (1) Drive etc vehicle with projecting load or equipment: cl 50L(1)(a) 3 $180
Cl 50G (1) Drive etc lorry not marked in accordance with clause 50G 2 $108
Cl 50K (4) Owner fail to provide information or certificate of registration 4 $253
Cl 50P Drive three-wheeled motor vehicle exceed certified load mass 4 $253
Cl 50S (a) Drive motor vehicle view of traffic prevented 4 $253
Cl 50S (b) Drive motor bike view of overtaking vehicle prevented 4 $253
Cl 50S (c) Tow trailer or vehicle not have safe control of vehicle etc 6 $433
Cl 50X (1)(a) Driver not carry copy of notice or permit as prescribed 3 $180
Cl 50X (1)(b) Driver not carry information sheet as prescribed 3 $180
Cl 148(6) Laden mass exceeds limit notice maximum by not more than 1 tonne 5 $325
Cl 148(6) Laden mass exceeds limit notice maximum by not more than 2 tonnes 8 $650
Cl 148(6) Laden mass exceeds limit notice maximum by not more than 3 tonnes 10 $1,047
Cl 148(6) Laden mass exceeds limit notice maximum by not more than 4 tonnes 11 $1,299
HV (Adoption of Nat Law) Act 2013
Sec 26 (2) Refuse to comply with requirement of authorised officer 2 $108
Prot Env (Noise Control) Reg 2008 SOUND SYSTEM
Cl 17 (1) Drive/use vehicle with sound system emitting offensive noise $200 2

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