The commentary in the By Lawyers Guide to Traffic Offences – Local Court (NSW) now has a more detailed treatment of the sentencing options which are available to Magistrates when dealing with traffic offences.
Included is a summary of the upcoming sentencing amendments, which are expected to commence in September 2018. This is important information for practitioners to consider when advising clients who may currently be facing court, as bonds which are entered into under the current provisions will convert to be orders under the new provisions – and any breaches will be dealt with under the new provisions.