Riders who breach the road rules could find themselves issued with one of the new electronic infringement notices now being introduced by Victoria Police.
Of course, bike riders never break the law, so this should not be an issue, right?
On the other hand, riders do complain about getting paper penalty infringement notices (PIN) while out on the road . . . the ink can leave a stain on the jersey.
Now, instead of pen or paper the police officer will just pull out their iPhone and email you a pdf or message your phone number.
The ePIN system has been on trial since February. The ePIN’s capability will gradually be rolled out across the state throughout 2025, with all Victoria Police officers to be equipped to issue infringements electronically.
The same processes for payment and objection applies to ePINs as it does for paper-based infringements.
If a member of the public cannot receive the infringement notice electronically, the ePIN can be printed and mailed to their residential address.
The app on the police device features built-in information on penalty codes, penalty amounts, demerit points and the ability to calculate infringement due dates.
Victoria Police says the shift away from paper-based administration creates significant efficiencies, with more time able to be dedicated to policing and community safety.
Typically, around 350,000 paper infringement notices are issued at the roadside each year.
Victoria Police Deputy Commissioner, Wendy Steendam said the new technology ould make a significant difference to how police issue fines, and how the public receives them.
“The ePINs application simplifies the process for our police and members of the community, making it quicker and easier to issue and receive infringement notices,” she said.
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