- For pedestrians who unlawfully enter or attempt to enter a road when it is unsafe, the maximum fine is $273.
- For pedestrians who fail to obey the directions of a traffic controller or police officer directing traffic, the maximum fine is $273.
- If you are crossing the road in a pedestrian crossing but fail to keep to the left of the centre of the crossing, you may be fined up to $137.
- If you fail to give way to a vehicle while you are in a pedestrian crossing, you may be fined up to $137.
- If you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs and you fail to comply with these safety laws, the penalties may be even higher.
Additional information:
- Pedestrians are only permitted to cross the road at marked pedestrian crossings.
- Pedestrians must follow the directions of traffic controllers or police officers directing traffic.
- Pedestrians must keep to the left of the centre of a pedestrian crossing.
- Pedestrians must give way to vehicles while in a pedestrian crossing.
