How Much Did You Say? A Guide to Perth's Speeding Fines (That Won't Leave You Crying into Your Bunnings Sausage Sanga)
Let's face it, Perth is a sprawling city. Sometimes, you just gotta put the pedal down to get from Point A to Point B in decent time, especially when that B involves catching the last barbie snag at the servo. But before you turn into Lewis Hamilton and forget about the pesky speed limit signs, let's talk about speeding fines. Because let's be honest, a whopper fine can put a real damper on your plans for that new fishing rod (or whatever it is you were speeding for).
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The Need for Speed: How Much Does It Really Cost?
The price of your little lead-foot moment depends on two main things: 1. How fast you were going (shocker, right?) and 2. The type of vehicle you were driving.
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For regular vehicles (the kind that don't come with air horns):
- Trudging a little slow? Exceeding the speed limit by less than 9 km/h won't land you a fine, but it might be a good idea to check your speedo every now and then.
- Just cruising a tad too fast? Between 9 km/h and 19 km/h over the limit will set you back a cool $200 and 2 demerit points.
- Getting a bit carried away? 19 km/h to 29 km/h over could mean a $400 fine and 3 demerit points. That's enough to make you consider taking the train next time.
- Feeling the need for serious speed? Anything above 29 km/h over the limit is where things get spicy. You're looking at a $1000 fine and a whopping 7 demerit points. That's a one-way ticket to Sad Bank Account City.
For our friends with the big rigs (those driving trucks and such):
- The penalties are generally steeper for our heavy vehicle mates. Buckle up, because even a slight transgression (less than 9 km/h) will cost you $200. Speeding between 9 km/h and 19 km/h is a $300 fine, and it just keeps going up from there. Exceeding the limit by more than 40 km/h lands you with a $1500 fine and 7 demerit points. Ouch!
Important Note: Remember, these are just the fines. Demerit points can lead to license suspension, so keep that in mind too.
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Double Trouble: When Fines Get Really Scary
Here's a fun fact (not really): Fines can double during double demerit periods. These lovely stretches of time, usually public holidays and long weekends, mean you can pay twice as much for the same speeding offense. So, if you were thinking of testing your driving skills on Easter Monday, think again!
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FAQ: How to Avoid a Speeding Fine Debacle
- How to chill out and not speed? Easy! Just set off a bit earlier and enjoy the scenic route (or at least crank up the tunes and sing along terribly).
- How to become a speed limit memorization champion? Write them down on sticky notes and plaster them on your steering wheel. No shame in the speeding-fine-fighting game!
- How to befriend a traffic cop? We wouldn't recommend that strategy, but hey, stranger things have happened!
- How to turn speeding fines into a positive? Look at it as an investment in your future self's driving record (and bank account).
- How to make the most of a speeding fine? Consider it a donation to the Perth road maintenance fund. Thank you for your service!
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