Current overload fine classifications are as follows:
Overweight by |
Breach | Fine |
0 – 5% | Minor Risk | $530 |
5 – 20% | Substantial Risk | $800 |
20% and over | referred to a solicitor for prosecution in court | |
Other Types of Breaches | ||
B Doubles Off Route | $800 | |
Disobey Gross Load Limit | $320 | |
Not Comply with direction | to stop or move vehicle | $800 |
After a breach occurs an infringement notice is issued to the registered owner of the vehicle.
Offenders may either pay on the infringement notice direct to the State Debt Recovery Office within 21 days or elect to have the matter dealt with in the local court.