Crimes Amendment (Penalty Unit) Bill 2022

The Crimes Amendment (Penalty Unit) Bill 2022 will increase the value of the Commonwealth penalty unit
from $222 to $275, with effect from 1 January 2023. Penalty units determine the maximum fines which can be imposed for offences in Commonwealth legislation and territory ordinances.

The reporting date is 21 November 2022

Committee Secretariat contact:

Committee Secretary
Senate Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee
PO Box 6100
Parliament House
Canberra ACT 2600

Phone: +61 2 6277 3560
legcon.sen@aph.gov.au