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Is it illegal for a passenger to steer your car?

19 April 2024, 2:50 pm

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Is it illegal for a passenger to steer your car?
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Is it illegal for a passenger to steer your car?
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It is illegal for a passenger to hold the wheel while the driver attends to something else. Penalties for this offence vary by Australian jurisdiction, with fines ranging from $50 to $619. Demerit points may also apply. The offence falls under the Australian Road Rules, which state that a driver must have proper control of the vehicle at all times. Distracted driving has a significant impact on road safety, and penalties are in place to discourage this behaviour.

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