Have you received a fine? We can help

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Are you under 18?

If you were under 18 years when you received the fine IT’S IMPORTANT you call Youthlaw or drop in to see us because you may not need to pay.

Over 18?

 If you have COVID-19 fines  under the Concession Scheme for Covid-19 Fines which commenced on 30th August 2022, if you hold a valid concession card or other entitlement, to pay a reduced fine amount.

For example, a fine of $200 for a face covering offence maybe reduced to $50, a fine of $1849 for breaches of COVID-19 public health directions maybe reduced to $185, and other $5000 fines maybe reduced to $462.

Click here to find out more about the Covid-19 fines concession scheme and how to apply

Other fines

If you were over 18 years when you got the fine we suggest you read our Fines for over 18s fact sheet , call us or drop in to our Fines Clinic ( every Friday -no appointment required)  from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at 147-155 Pelham Street, Carlton).

If you think you can deal with yourself try using our fines self-help kit . You might also like to use the Liberty Victoria’s mobile friendly website on Myki fines.

Don’t choose opt for court without advice as this is likely to result in a criminal record.

Friday Fines Clinic

Youthlaw runs a Friday Fines Clinic to help young people under 25 with fines and infringements.
Please note: The Friday Fines Clinic is no longer a drop‑in service.
Young people need to call the Youthlaw Phone Line first to complete an initial intake. If they are eligible, they may then be referred to the Friday Fines Clinic for further support.
To access support, call the Youthlaw Phone Line:
The Phone Line team will talk through your situation and let you know what help is available, including referral to the Friday Fines Clinic if appropriate.