Speeding offense for P2 Driver

mooseca on 19/08/2018 - 11:36

Just got pulled over and fined for 10km/h over speed limit. My registered speed was 21km/h but I got downgraded. This is my second offense for speeding and as far as I knew it is loss of license as it is stated by RMS a minimum of 4 points for speeding fines on your P2 license.

Speaking to the officer he warned me that I now have 1 demerit point left as my other fine was only 3 and so was this fine. I didn't say anything about this to him but I'm curious as to what will happen. Either the officers information is false or I keep my licence. Personally I'm happy to accept the loss of license as I was caught doing the wrong thing but was wondering if someone on here might have some more experience than myself in this category. I don't know what to believe at this point :(

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  • hawkeye on 19/08/2018 - 11:44

    Some states you can view online at transport.gov

    https://www.service.transport.qld.gov.au/checkmydemeritpoint…

    • mooseca on 19/08/2018 - 11:46

      Yes but the officer has said I have lost 3 points for each for my 2 offenses. Online it says it is a minimum of 4 points for each speeding offense. So in the officers situation I still have 1 point left whereas according to rms I will lose my licence.

      • peterpeterpumpkin on 19/08/2018 - 11:56

        Ah, sorry, I misread the first paragraph. I always thought that demerit points were demerit points, except on public holidays. But obviously not for L/P1/P2.

        In that case, won't it just be a 3 month suspension? Or perhaps that's what you mean.

        • mooseca on 19/08/2018 - 13:27

          Yes that's what I expected but the officer has said otherwise just confused.

  • Godric on 19/08/2018 - 12:24
    +12

    now you can speed walk : )

    • mooseca on 19/08/2018 - 13:27
      +4

      I always wanted to get fit :)

  • Switchblade88 on 19/08/2018 - 15:28

    If the officer told you that it was 3 demerits for each offence then he's likely both found your history (showing 3 points) as well as set your new fine (from his word) at 3 points.

    Unsure? Just check your licence online.

    NSW link: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/check-your-demeri…

    • mooseca on 19/08/2018 - 15:30

      Yep I've just done this and I'm clear. Seems the minimum of 4 demerit points for a speeding fine only applies to L and P1 drivers fortunately.

      • peterpeterpumpkin on 19/08/2018 - 18:07

        That's strange if it's not written anywhere.

  • buckster on 20/08/2018 - 12:59
    +3

    Maybe you should stop speeding?

    • mooseca on 20/08/2018 - 15:21
      -5

      Probably should. I'm not complaining was just confused and wondering if anyone had any useful answers. Obviously you don't.

      • dylo on 20/08/2018 - 16:02

        Clearly more useful than your driving history.

      • buckster on 20/08/2018 - 18:13

        It's an answer that will save you paying more $$ on fines and going without your licence in the future

  • askme69 on 20/08/2018 - 13:22

    Being P2 you only accrue the points, which means you will be over and serve a suspension.

    When can you go for your full licence? answer this asap.

    PS: I have seen numerous times the magistrate either let them off the suspension all together or serve 2 weeks instead of 3 months due to circumstances etc.

    • mooseca on 20/08/2018 - 15:22

      I checked my demerits and have 1 left. Full licence isn't until November next year so I have to be on my best behaviour :D

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  • askme69 on 20/08/2018 - 16:00

    Contest it, and you pay court fees of $80 or so on top of the fine if unsuccessful.

    Even though a magistrate can impose a maximum penalty of $2k or so. I have never seen this done for minor offences.

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