What Are Australia’s New Fines For Breaking Social Distancing Rules
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As tough restrictions on leaving the house came into play overnight, authorities confirmed police will issue on the spot fines to enforce social distancing rules.
At least 4,200 cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed in Australia and 18 people have died.
New South Wales has the highest statistic at 2,032 cases.
The virus has killed more than 35,000 people worldwide and more than 738,500 are infected.
The fresh government orders mean people in NSW could pay up to $11,000 in court ordered fines.
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Public gatherings are now limited to only two people aside from members of your immediate household. The advice is to stay home unless you’re getting groceries, medical attention, picking up medication from a chemist or meeting one other person to exercise.
“It means that if you need to exercise, we get it - go for a walk, sensibly, on your own. You can still meet a personal trainer if you have to,” Police Commissioner Michael Fuller said on Tuesday.
Here are the fines you could cop in each state if you don’t comply with today’s ‘stay at home’ rules:
New South Wales $1,000 On The Spot
The New South Wales Health Act gives police additional powers around restricting the movement of people.
“Any more than two people out, you will get a fine,” Police Commissioner Michael Fuller said on Tuesday.
Under the new rules from Section 10 of the Public Health Act 2010, those who leave the house without a “reasonable excuse” could...
