Fine evaders were targeted in Castlemaine yesterday as part of a joint road-block operation.
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Members from the Sheriff’s Office and Victoria Police identified 12 fine evaders with 69 outstanding warrants valued at more than $31,000.
The operation on the Pyrenees Highway used automatic number plate recognition technology to clamp down on fine evaders and encouraged them to take steps to clear their debt.
Sheriff of Victoria Brendan Facey said the operation should serve as a reminder the Sheriff’s Office could be anywhere at any time.
“This operation was designed to find those people who are deliberately trying to avoid paying their fines, while minimising any inconvenience to other motorists,” he said.
Payment was received from four people on the day to finalise six warrants worth more than $1500.
“The Sheriff’s Office can apply a range of sanctions to ensure that people take responsibility for their unpaid fines,” Mr Facey said.
“Paying your fines is not voluntary. If you do incur a fine, contact us to discuss your options and deal with it early before additional penalties apply.”
People can check whether they have outstanding fines by contacting Civic Compliance Victoria on 1300 221 249 or pay outstanding fines at www.fines.vic.gov.au