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Member for Swan Hill, Peter Walsh, has thrown his support behind the Liberal Nationals Coalition policy that will see first time hoon offenders have their cars seized for 30 days.
“Current Victorian laws for 48 hour confiscation of Hoon’s vehicles are not strict enough,” Mr Walsh said.
“There are a disproportionate number of fatalities on regional roads, and we need to produce a very strong deterrent for those who engage in hoon behaviour.
“A Coalition Government will introduce immediate 30 day vehicle impoundment for a first time hoon offence, up to three months impoundment for the second offence and forfeiture and crushing of vehicles after stripping them for parts for a third offence.”
“Generally, our young people are great contributors to our community but some think they are invincible and I believe the introduction of tougher laws will provide a deterrent to those who think it’s safe to participate in this irresponsible behaviour,” he said.
“Hoon driving is not just a city problem and we need to take strong action to get the message across that street racing and other irresponsible activities that occur out there on our roads are not only socially unacceptable but also downright dangerous.
“Under our anti-hoon laws, vehicles can be stripped of useful parts and crushed, or used for safety testing and education by the Transport Accident Commission.
“In this scenario, a regular hoon will have to wave their car goodbye.
“We must do all that we can to ensure that we not only protect those who undertake such activities but also the responsible road users who are affected by this behaviour.
“Our residents deserve to have quiet streets and safer roads and I believe the position of the Coalition will act as a much greater deterrent for those who want to act illegally on our roads, and potentially put themselves and others at risk,” Mr Walsh said.