Parking, the road rules and you

Parking and traffic laws exist to ensure the safe and fair use of Victoria's roads for the benefit of everyone.

Your responsibility

As a licensed driver, you are expected to be aware of the road rules and adhere to them at all times. Failure to obey the road rules can lead to receipt of a parking fine (penalty infringement notice). If this fine is not paid, statutory costs and legal action may result.


Our responsibility

We must ensure that:

  • parking spaces are shared fairly by the community
  • motor and pedestrian traffic is not obstructed or inconvenienced
  • any danger caused by unsafe parking is minimised.

Your right to appeal a fine

You have the right to request a review of your fine before the due date on your notice.

Under the Infringements Act 2006 there can only be one review of a fine.





Page last updated: Wednesday, 31 January 2024

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