Police Traffic Offences
Police Traffic Offences are initiated when a police officer (rather than a traffic officer) officially charges an individual with a violation of road safety laws. Following the charge, the person is taken to the police station, where the specific nature of the offences, such as driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, or driving without a valid license or insurance, determines the next steps. Depending on the severity of the charge, the individual may be granted police bail, allowing them to be released from custody on the condition that they appear before the Magistrate at a later date. This process ensures that serious offenders are formally processed through the station before their matter is heard in court, where a Magistrate will ultimately decide on penalties like heavy fines or the suspension of driving privileges.