If a sheriff's officer has served you with a 7 Day Notice, this is your last chance to deal with the fine before the Sheriff takes further action against you.

Jun 19, 2026

You must deal with your fine by the due date. Find out what will happen if you don’t.

Jun 30, 2026

If you receive an Infringement Notice and don’t do anything about it by the due date, a Penalty Reminder Notice is issued, and a fee is added.

Jun 30, 2026

If you receive a Penalty Reminder Notice and don’t do anything about it by the due date, a Notice of Final Demand is issued, and another fee is added.

Jun 30, 2026

If you receive a Court Fine Collection Statement and don't do anything about it by the due date, a Notice of Final Demand is issued, and a fee is added.

Jun 30, 2026

Scammers often pretend to be from an organisation you know like Fines Victoria. They might contact you by phone, SMS, email or post to try and get you to pay money or share your personal information.

Jun 30, 2026

If you are or have recently spent time in prison, you may be able to apply to have your fines waived or dealt with by court, based on the time you spent in prison.

Jul 27, 2026

Oct 12, 2026

If you don't deal with your fine, and continue to ignore all reminders, the more serious and costly the matter will become. Find out what could happen if you don't pay your fine.

Jun 04, 2021

A court fine is a financial penalty that is ordered by a judge or magistrate in court following a hearing for an offence.

Jun 07, 2021