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Review Assist Guide
Other offences
Maritime
Reasons we may not consider leniency
- This is my first offence.
Leniency is generally not given for offences relating to:
- ports
- boat licences
- Personal Water Craft licences, and
- waterways.
Bicycle offences
Reasons we may consider leniency
- I did not commit the offence and believe another person has used my identity.
Evidence required
This may include, but is not limited to:
- evidence that you were not in the location at the time of the offence
- an event number from the police for a report of stolen identity or loss of wallet
- copies of photo identity.
Reasons we may not consider leniency
- I was unaware of the requirement
- I do not own the bike
- There were not enough helmets.
Pedestrian offences
Reasons we may consider leniency
- I did not commit the offence and believe another person has used my identity.
- I was directed by an authorised officer.
Evidence required
This may include, but is not limited to:
- evidence that you were not in the location at the time of the offence
- an event number from the police for a report of stolen identity or loss of wallet
- documentary evidence from issuing authority
- copies of photo identity.
Reasons we may not consider leniency
- This is my first offence.
- I was unaware of the law.
Alcohol/licensed premises
Reasons we may consider leniency
- I did not commit the offence and believe another person has used my identity.
Evidence required
This may include, but is not limited to:
- evidence supporting that you were not in the location at the time of the offence
- an event number from the police for a report of stolen identity or loss of wallet
- copies of photo identity.
Reasons we may not consider leniency
- This is my first offence.
Leniency is generally not given for offences for failing to leave licenced premises when directed.
Reviews will still be considered on a case by case basis, however are unlikely to receive a favourable outcome
Criminal Infringement Notices
Reasons we may consider leniency
Criminal Infringement Notices are reviewed in consultation with NSW Police. Some examples of these offences are:
- shoplifting
- possessing stolen goods
- offensive behaviour, and
- offensive language.
Leniency will be at the discretion of NSW Police.