The government has conceded that the COVID Penalty Notices issued to the two plaintiffs are invalid and have agreed to refund all money paid, withdraw their fines and pay their legal costs.
Samantha Lee, Acting Principal Solicitor at Redfern Legal Centre and instructing solicitor for the plaintiffs says, “What an incredible day for the people. Today justice has been granted to three people who took on the NSW government regarding the validity of their COVID fines and won!”
Fines can have a crippling impact, especially for those experiencing financial disadvantage. This case places the responsibility of the Commissioner of Fines and Administration to ensure that fines adhere to the required legislation.
