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Motor Vehicle Violation Tickets (13:V) (view source)
Revision as of 22:15, 15 September 2022
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evidence to convict you. | evidence to convict you. | ||
If you plead guilty and are applying for a fine reduction, | If you plead guilty and are applying for a fine reduction, you must show economic hardship. In such cases, the justice of the peace has the power to reduce the fine. Section 88 of the ''Offence Act'' states that the fine can be reduced based on the offender’s means and ability to pay, subject to minimum fines specified in the ''Motor Vehicle Act''. | ||
A record of the finding is sent to the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles (hereinafter, the “Superintendent”). Any discretionary determination made by the Superintendent may, in certain circumstances, be subject to judicial review. | A record of the finding is sent to the Superintendent of Motor Vehicles (hereinafter, the “Superintendent”). Any discretionary determination made by the Superintendent may, in certain circumstances, be subject to judicial review. |