Driving Offences That Can Lead to Criminal Charges in WA
It’s often assumed that in Western Australia traffic matters are minor irritations punishable only by a fine. However, driving offences can often be more than just a regulatory matter, sometimes leading to quite serious criminal offences.
The following outlines the difference between a traffic infringement and more serious driving offences, along with the potential criminal penalties if found guilty of an offence.
When a Driving Offence Becomes A Criminal Matter
Minor traffic violations are commonly dealt with by an ‘infringement notice’. An infringement notice carries a fixed fine as well as a certain number of demerit points that are deducted. If paid, the matter is finalised without a court appearance and without any criminal record.
These are commonly experienced as ...