30 June 2021

P-plater clocked at 87 km/h over the speed limit

30 June 2021 | David Murtagh

Police say the P-plater was caught going 87 km/h over the speed limit. Photo: ACT Policing.

A provisional driver has been clocked by police driving at more than 80 km/h over the posted limit.

At about 8:10 pm on Monday (28 June), ACT Road Policing were conducting speed detection duties along William Hovell Drive at Stromlo.

The 17-year-old male provisional driver from Macgregor was stopped for speeding after his white Holden Commodore sedan was detected travelling at 167 km/h in an 80 km/h zone.

The 17-year-old was issued an infringement for exceeding the speed limit by greater than 45 km/h. The offence carries a fine of $1841 and six demerit points.

As a Provisional licence holder, this accumulation of demerit points will result in his licence being suspended for a period of three months.

Anyone with information regarding excessive speeding is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Information can be provided anonymously.

Join the conversation

All Comments

All Comments
Website Comments
Facebook Comments

LatestOldest

opso1:30 pm 30 Jun 21

If we are ever going to be serious about the road toll, then it is well past time for the penalties for these type of offences to be standardized across all jurisdictions. The same offence in NSW would have earned him a $2520.00 fine and 6 months loss of licence. Victoria regards a speed in excess of 45kph over the limit as a ‘criminal’ offence (with a criminal conviction recorded against the driver), and which warrants a maximum fine of $3109.00. Vic Police can also immediately impound the vehicle for 30 days if they suspect upon reasonable grounds that the driver has committed a high risk driving offence, a dangerous driving offence, or a hoon driving offence. The confiscation then removes the temptation for a suspended driver to take the vehicle out on the road again (at least in the short term anyway).

Reply View 2 replies

ChrisinTurner1:56 pm 30 Jun 21

I don’t think the ACT Government are serious about any road related offences. For example driving without mufflers fitted.

Reply Hide replies

Spiral3:22 pm 30 Jun 21

Or driving without a license. We contacted the police several times about an “acquaintance” who was driving while disqualified.

No action at all. Though to be fair to the police we got the impression. It wasn’t worth them doing anything because the courts wouldn’t impose a meaningful penalty.

Reply Hide replies

Featured Businesses

Mortgage Brokers

Clarity Home Loans

A passionate team of Canberrans helping other Canberrans secure their home loans. No frills, no commissions, no brainer.

Find out more

Insurance Brokers

allinsure

Allinsure has been a trusted insurance advisory to thousands of Australian business owners for almost 20 years.

Find out more

Lawyers

MV Law

Through a spirit of entrepreneurialism, collaboration, and future-forward thinking, MV Law have earned an industry-leading reputation.

Find out more

Podiatrists

The Walking Clinic

The Walking Clinic has perpetuated an attitude of excellence in foot health provision. The experienced Podiatric team provide current and innovative care to all patients.

Find out more

Lawyers

BDN Lawyers

BDN has provided legal services to to Canberra, Queanbeyan and the region for over 160 years.

Find out more

Community Club

Canberra Southern Cross Club

We're proud to give you a place where friends and family can come together for good food and great entertainment.

Find out more

Lawyers

Kamy Saeedi Law

When you need a criminal or commercial lawyer, you don’t want to take any chances. You want someone in your corner that you can trust like your life depends on it - because it does.

Find out more

Electricians

True Connection Electrical

Since 2014, True Connection Electrical have been servicing residential and small commercial clients with reliable, trustworthy and top-quality electrical work.

Find out more