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Traffic and driving offences

Information about traffic and driving offences and what happens if you have to appear in court.

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If you use roads in Victoria, you need to obey the road laws. There are specific rules for P-plate (probationary) and learner drivers, as well as cyclists, and other types of personal transport .

Breaking a road law means you may have committed an offence. You may receive a fine infringement notice or be criminally charged with an offence. If you get a fine, it is important that you pay your fine by the due date. Find out more by visiting Fines and Infringements.

If you choose to contest your matter in court, a magistrate will decide what penalties to give you. You can represent yourself at court, but we strongly recommend that you get legal advice first.

Road laws are set out in the legislation such as Road Safety Road Rules 2017 and can also be found on the Transport Victoria website. Information about driver licenses and permits can be found on the Vic Roads website.

Driving offences

Information about driving, the law, and possible offences.

Driving and accidents

Find out what to do when you have a car or vehicle accident. This includes when to contact the police, exchanging details, and the importance of insurance.

Leaving the scene of a vehicle accident

It is an offence to leave the scene of a vehicle accident without stopping.

P-plate and learner drivers

Information about laws that affect people who have a learner permit or probationary licence but have never held a full drivers licence.

Cycling and skating

The road rules that apply to riding bicycles, skateboards, scooters and rollerblades.

Hoon driving

Hoon driving describes a list of offences involving reckless driving behaviour.

Parking laws and fines

Learn about common parking rules in Victoria, and your options for dealing with a fine.

Other support for traffic offences

Learn where to get legal help and other support for traffic offences.

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