Double demerit points are a system implemented by Australian states to act as a deterrent against repeat traffic offences. The system encourages drivers to avoid traffic offences by doubling the penalty points for certain offences if they are committed within a certain time period. This article will provide an overview of the double demerit points system and detail which repeat offences are covered.
Double Demerit Points Overview
Double demerit points are a system of increased penalties for repeat traffic offences. The system is designed to act as an additional deterrent to encourage drivers to adhere to the laws of the road. When double demerit points apply, the penalty points for an offence are doubled for any offence committed within a certain period of time. The period of time in which double demerit points apply can vary from state to state, but is generally a period of 12 months. It should be noted that double demerit points are only applied to repeat offences, and not to any single offence.
Repeat Offences Covered by Double Demerits
Double demerit points apply to a range of repeat offences. These offences include:
- Driving without a seatbelt.
- Driving an unregistered vehicle.
- Driving an uninsured vehicle.
- Driving an unroadworthy vehicle.
- Driving an unsafe vehicle.
- Failing to comply with traffic lights.
- Exceeding the speed limit by more than 10 km/h.
- Driving an unlicensed vehicle.
It should be noted that double demerit points can also apply to other offences, depending on the state.
Double demerit points are a system of increased penalties for repeat traffic offences which is designed to act as an additional deterrent for drivers. The system applies all year round for a range of repeat offences, including driving without a seatbelt, driving an unregistered vehicle, driving an uninsured vehicle, and more. It is important for drivers to be aware of the double demerit points system in order to avoid incurring additional penalties.
