Ever argued over a ticket? The NZ Transport Agency is giving heavy transport operators the chance to get in on that discussion at the ‘very early’ stages.
NZTA is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the offences and penalties framework for heavy vehicle operations.
The proposed changes alter the offences and penalties incurred by freight operators whose vehicles are detected as exceeding either the weight limits stated in the Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Dimensions and Mass 2002, or those set out in a permit.
The proposed changes aim to better align fines and penalties with the safety risk posed by different types of offences. Some fines would be increased for vehicles operating overweight without a permit while other fines would be reduced for minor breaches of permit requirements.
The changes would create graduated offences, with appropriate penalties, for breaches by permit holders and increase the levels of fines for overweight vehicles if the vehicle doesn’t have a permit.
The submission period is open until April 7, with details available HERE
