What the Law states - Probationary driver - no "P" plates
ROAD SAFETY (DRIVERS) REGULATIONS 1999
Probationary drivers must have "P" plates
217. Probationary drivers must have "P" plates
(1) A probationary driver must not drive a motor vehicle (other than a tractor) on a highway unless a "P" plate is conspicuously displayed-
(a) in the case of a motor cycle or motor trike, facing out from the rear of the motor cycle or motor trike; or
(b) in any other case, facing out from the front and rear of the motor vehicle.
Maximum Penalty for the charge of Probationary driver - no "P" plates
2 penalty units
What the Prosecution must prove - Probationary driver - no "P" plates
1. The accused was a probationary driver.
2. The accused drove a motor vehicle that was not a tractor on a highway.
3. The accused drove the vehicle without a "P" plate conspicuously displayed.
Possible Defences - Probationary driver - no "P" plates
1. Factual dispute.
Which court will hear the charge of Probationary driver - no "P" plates
Magistrates' Court.
