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#1 Posted : 24 November 2005 11:34:00(UTC)
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Posted By The toecap Just a quick question. What is the maximum fine that can be imposed in a magistrates court?
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#2 Posted : 24 November 2005 11:53:00(UTC)
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Posted By Gilly Margrave Depends on the offence. Max £20,000 per offence (which is why people are often charged with more than one offence). You can find the Tariff at http://www.hse.gov.uk/en...ng/examples.htm#P76_4574 Gilly
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#3 Posted : 24 November 2005 12:00:00(UTC)
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Posted By Cathy Ricketts Max fine £5,000 and up to six months imprisonment however also see link below for specific reference for H & S offences http://www.hse.gov.uk/en...sentencing/penalties.htm
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#4 Posted : 24 November 2005 12:09:00(UTC)
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Posted By Cathy Ricketts Where the failure constitutes a breach in the HASAW Act 2-6 then this can attract a higher penalty of up to £20,000 but could also be referred to a higher court see website for mor details
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