Speeding by 15–30 km/h in Australian Capital Territory: Demerit Points & Fine (2026-27)
Infringement amount, Road Transport (Offences) Regulation as at 1 July 2026
ACT Road Transport (Offences) Regulation (Republication 104, 1 July 2026) · 2026-27 schedule- Double demerits: Points double during ACT holiday periods
How this penalty compares
- $563 is the 10th highest of 11 on-the-spot fines in ACT's schedule.
- At 18 km/h over the limit, ACT ranks 1st highest of 8 states, from WA ($200) to ACT ($563).
- Speeding by 30–45 km/h costs $750, $187 more than this band, with 4 demerit points instead of 3.
- Speeding by up to 15 km/h costs $394, $169 less than this band.
| Offence | Points | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| NSW: Speeding by 10–20 km/h | 3 | $345 |
| VIC: Speeding by 10–24 km/h | 3 | $418 |
| QLD: Speeding by 11–20 km/h | 3 | $518 |
| WA: Speeding by 10–19 km/h | 2 | $200 |
| SA: Speeding by 10–19 km/h | 3 | $484 |
| TAS: Speeding by 15–22 km/h | 3 | $213 |
| ACT: Speeding by 15–30 km/h | 3 | $563 |
| NT: Speeding by 15–30 km/h | 3 | $300 |
Compare speeding across states →
Speeding is measured as the margin by which a vehicle's speed exceeds the posted limit for the road, and penalties are arranged in bands: the further over the limit, the higher the band and the heavier the consequence. Most jurisdictions increase both the fine and the demerit points as the bands climb, and at the upper end the response can move beyond points to an immediate or automatic loss of licence.
Enforcement comes from a mix of sources. Fixed and mobile speed cameras handle much of the detection and issue notices based on the registered operator of the vehicle, while police using radar or following vehicles can stop a driver at the roadside. Point-to-point cameras measure average speed over a stretch of road rather than at a single spot, which is aimed at sustained speeding rather than a brief lapse.
Penalties escalate with the band because the risk of harm rises sharply the faster a vehicle is travelling, both in the likelihood of a crash and in its severity. Newer and restricted drivers often work to lower points thresholds than fully licensed drivers, so the same offence can carry a driver closer to suspension. The exact bands, points and fines differ by state and territory, which is where the schedules above come in.
All ACT speeding penalties
| Offence | Points | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Speeding by up to 15 km/h | 1 | $394 |
| Speeding by 15–30 km/h | 3 | $563 |
| Speeding by 30–45 km/h | 4 | $750 |
| Speeding by more than 45 km/h | 6 | $1,891 |
Frequently asked questions
- What happens if I'm caught — speeding by 15–30 km/h in ACT?
- The standard penalty is 3 demerit points and a $563 fine.
- How close does this put me to suspension in ACT?
- 12 points within 3 years (full licence; suspension 3–5 months by tally). This offence adds 3 points to your record.
Standard first-offence penalty for a full-licence holder unless noted. Information, not legal advice — if your licence is at stake, get legal advice.