Double demerits are in place in NSW over the King's Birthday long weekend, it started on Friday and is in force until the end of Monday, June 10.
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Double demerit periods typically fall during holiday periods or over long weekends and are enforced by police.
The Double Demerits - Enforcement road safety campaign encourages safe driver behaviour on our roads. The campaign reminds drivers and riders that during double demerit periods the penalties for breaking the road rules are more severe.
The demerit point system provides an incentive for drivers to improve their driving behaviour, obey road rules and comply with NSW traffic laws.
They apply throughout the whole of the start date June 7), and end at midnight on the finish date (June 10).
During double demerit periods, double demerit points apply for speeding, illegal use of mobile phones, not wearing a seat belt and riding without a motorcycle helmet.
Mobile Phone Detection Cameras are active in NSW and the ACT and drivers caught using their phones during a double demerit period will be hit with a $352 fine ($469 in a school zone) and 10 demerits.
Certain driving and parking offences attract an additional demerit point if committed in an operating school zone. Remember to always drive with care and attention through school zones. Be aware that failing to do so can come with heavy penalties.
Please drive safely and take extra care on the roads to protect yourself, your loved ones and all road users.
