The
Queensland Government has introduced new laws to put the brakes on
hooning and other reckless driving offences. The new laws are designed
to improve road safety, deter repeat offenders, and stop offenders by
taking their cars away.Law abiding motorists will not be affected by the new laws but those who go too far and repeatedly break road safety laws are at risk of losing their vehicles.
In April 2013, the Queensland Government approved amendments to the Police Powers and Responsibilities Act 2000, regarding motor vehicle impoundment with the aim of improving road safety.
The amended legislation commenced on 1 November 2013.
Law abiding motorists will not be affected by the new laws but those who go too far and repeatedly break road safety laws are at risk of losing their vehicles.
The new laws extend the existing two categories of vehicle related offences along with broadening the current impoundment and forfeiture provisions.
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