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Improper use of motor vehicle
Improper use of motor vehicle
Driving - Other Traffic Offences - VIC
The Law - Improper use of motor vehicle
What the Law states - Improper use of motor vehicle
Road Safety Act 1986 - SECT 65A
Improper use of motor vehicle65A. Improper use of motor vehicle
(1) A person must not drive a motor vehicle in a manner which causes the motor vehicle to undergo loss of traction by one or more of the motor vehicle's wheels.
Maximum Penalty for the charge of Improper use of motor vehicle
5 penalty units
What the Prosecution must prove - Improper use of motor vehicle
1. A person drives a vehicle
2. In a manner that causes loss of traction by one or more of the motor vehicle's wheels.
Possible Defences - Improper use of motor vehicle
1. Factual dispute.
2. Lack intent.
Which court will hear the charge of Improper use of motor vehicle
Magistrates' Court.
