To improve the safety of our children, penalties for many traffic and parking offences in school zones will increase from 21 May 2007.
New fines and demerit point increases include:
Speeding – minimum fines of $128 and 4 demerit points.
Approach children’s crossing too quickly to stop safely – $384 fine and 4 demerit points.
Double parking – $231 fine and 2 demerit points.
Stopping on or near a children’s crossing – $308 and 2 demerit points.
School zone penalties apply to offences committed in school zones during posted school hours.
Please note: the fines and demerit points outlined above are correct as of May 2007 and are subject to change without notice.
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To view or download a full list of school zone penalties use the document link below.