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Queensland regulation
This is a Queensland government regulation that sets the rules for how infringement notices (fines/tickets) are issued, managed, and enforced across Queensland. Think of it as the operational rulebook behind every fine you might receive — from a parking ticket to a heavy vehicle road offence.
Everyday Queenslanders who receive fines — whether for traffic offences, local council rule breaches, or other minor offences covered by Queensland law.
Businesses and organisations that want to become 'approved sponsors' — meaning charities, health services, or community organisations that can host people working off their fines instead of paying them.
Government agencies and local councils that issue fines and need to follow specific rules about how those fines are recorded and enforced.
Sets fine amounts — It lists which offences can result in an on-the-spot fine (instead of going to court), and how much those fines are.
Defines who can issue fines — It specifies which authorised officers (e.g., police, council rangers) can hand out fines for which laws.
Describes what must be on a fine notice — Physical description of the person, vehicle details, animal details, etc.
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Direct links to the current provisions in State Penalties Enforcement Regulation 2014.
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Allows fines to be paid by instalments — If you can't afford to pay all at once, there are rules for instalment arrangements (minimum $60 first payment, then $30 per fortnight).
Work and Development Orders (WDOs) — If you genuinely cannot pay a fine due to mental illness, substance use disorders, homelessness, or living in a remote area, you may be able to 'work off' your debt through approved community activities, treatment programs, or unpaid work. The debt can be reduced by up to $1,000 per month this way.
Approved Sponsors — Community organisations can apply to supervise people doing WDOs. The regulation sets out how they apply, what conditions they must meet, and how their approval can be suspended or cancelled.
Enforcement tools — If you don't pay, the State Penalties Enforcement Registry (SPER) can use various tools including wage garnishment (taking money from your pay), bank account deductions, and vehicle immobilisation (clamping your car — triggered when you owe $5,000 or more).
Fee waivers for hardship — People experiencing financial hardship with small fines (under $200) can apply to have enforcement fees waived.
If you receive a fine in Queensland, this regulation determines how much you pay, how you can pay it, what happens if you don't, and whether you have alternative options if you can't afford it. It also protects a minimum amount of your income from being seized to pay debts.