AA calls for driving offence fines to be adjusted for inflation

RNZ1NewsWednesday 15 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 3 reports · updated
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The Automobile Association is seeking an overhaul of driving penalties, arguing that fines frozen since 1999 no longer act as an effective deterrent. The motoring organisation says the current costs have been outpaced by income growth and needs to be adjusted to improve road safety.

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First reported by RNZ, Wed 15 Oct 2025, 5:02am · 3 reports from 2 outlets over 58 minutes
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