Public transport passenger offences
Offences pertaining to passengers on public transport are contained in the Passenger Transport Regulations 2009 (SA).
Some of the more common offences are listed below.
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Failing to pay the appropriate fare [reg 100(1)]
Maximum penalty: $1,250
Expiation fee: $160
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Failure to validate ticket [reg 101(1)]
Maximum penalty: $1,250
Expiation fee: $160
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Refusal to show ticket/concession or identity card for inspection [reg 102(1)]
Maximum penalty: $1,250
Expiation fee: $160
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Causing nuisance or annoyance [reg 106]
Maximum penalty: $1,250
Expiation fee: $160
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Graffiti, bill posting [reg 128]
Maximum penalty: $2,500
Expiation fee: $210
Public transport passenger offences : Last Revised: Thu Feb 25th 2016
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