Vehicle Registration & Penalties Flashcards
What are two important requirements for cars to be able to drive on NSW roads?
The vehicle must be registered and have Roads and Maritime issued number plates on the front & back
What are the requirements for selling a car privately?
You must have it inspected and give an inspection report less than 1 month old to the prospective buyer
What are the rules regarding number plates?
The number plate must be issued by Roads and Maritime and permanently fixed to the vehicle
Able to be seen and read clearly from anywhere within a 45 degree arc of the vehicle’s centreline, at a distance of at least 20 metres
Clearly readable – not dirty, worn or damaged
Given back to Roads and Maritime after the registration has expired
The rear number plate must have a light so it is clearly visible at night
What are offences surrounding licence plates?
Altering number plates in any way
Attaching a number plate to a vehicle other than what is recorded with Roads and Maritime
Using a number plate cover that is not flat, clear and untinted
What defines a roadworthy vehicle?
One that is safe to drive and meets the standards required by law
What are the laws regarding tires?
Your vehicle’s tyres must be in good condition and have a tread at least 1.5 mm deep across the tread surface
Keep the tyres inflated to the pressure recommended by the manufacturer or they may overheat and fail
What are the potential penalties for traffic offences?
Fines
Demerits
Disqualification form holding/applying for a licence
Licence Cancellation, Refusal or Suspension
Passenger Restrictions
Imprisonment
Which offences attract double demerit points during the holiday periods?
Speeding
Not Wearing a Seatbelt
Mobile Phone Usage
What is the maximum number of demerit points that can be accrued by learner & P1 drivers?
4 points
What determines the penalty for speeding?
How many kilometres over the speed limit the driver was going
What happens if a driver is going between 30-45km/h over the speed limit?
A minimum of five demerit points, a large fine and your licence will be suspended for at least three months
What happens if a driver is going 45km/h or more over the speed limit?
A minimum of six demerit points, a larger fine and your licence will be suspended for at least six months.
What are examples of serious traffic offences that can result in licence removal?
Driving or attempting to drive under the influence of alcohol or any other drugs
Refusing to take a breath test
Not stopping after a crash in which someone was injured or killed
What can be the penalties of dangerous driving occasioning injury or death?
Up to 7 years for injuring another person
Up to 10 years for killing another person
What are considered to be aggravating circumstances in cases of dangerous driving?
Driving more than 45 km/h over the maximum speed limit that applies on that section of road
Having a blood alcohol level of 0.15 or more
Driving a vehicle to escape Police
