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Fines
The Magistrate or Judge that sets the fine is likely to tell you that you only have 28 days to pay the fine. This is the maximum time that the Magistrate or Judge can set to repay the fine. However, the court registry is likely to give you more time to pay the fine if you cannot pay it within that time.
To apply for extra time to pay the fine is a simple process. You attend the court registry where the fine was set and ask for an application for time to pay form. You fill out this form and give it to the court registry staff who make a decision. It is our understanding that extra time to pay applications are normally approved.
The chart below sets out statistics about the size of fines imposed in the Local Court for most common offences. Just because your offence is listed below does not mean that you will receive a fine. The court may impose a less or more serious penalty. These statistics are only published as a guide and should not be used in court.
Disclaimer
The information contained in this page was accurate at the time it was published. You should confirm the accuracy of this information with us or another solicitor before relying upon it. For free confirmation please contact Armstrong Legal.
It is most important that you understand that each criminal case is different. While the material in this page is intended to be relevant to the majority of cases, it may not apply to every case.
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