SA Best MLC Fights Heavy Vehicle Penalties

Episode 1293,   Feb 03, 2021, 01:16 AM

Hundreds of unsuspecting drivers of small trucks and commuter buses were hit with huge fines and licence suspensions in 2019 when heavy vehicle penalties were dramatically increased.

A week before the first trial to challenge fines and test the controversial law was due to commence, SA-BEST MLC Frank Pangallo has revealed that Police Prosecutors have contacted defense lawyers advising them they are discontinuing the charges.

He joins Jennie Lenman to explain what's happening and what he is doing in State Parliament to address the issue.