Apply for the Family Violence Scheme

If you are experiencing family violence, Fines Victoria offers the Family Violence Scheme (FVS), which helps victim survivors of family and domestic violence if there is a link between the family violence and their infringements. The Scheme allows infringements to be withdrawn if family violence was one of the main reasons why you were unable to:

  • control the conduct for which you received the fine
  • name the driver who committed the offence
  • reject a nomination

Only the person named on an infringement can apply for consideration of an infringement under this scheme. All information provided on this basis is maintained in accordance with Privacy Law requirements and in a secure environment.

The easiest and fastest way to apply is to complete the online form on the Fines Victoria Website. Please note, you will need at least one piece of supporting evidence to supplement your request. The Fines Victoria website has more information on this scheme, and the evidence that would be suitable.

Apply through Fines Victoria

Fines that are not included

You cannot include a infringement in your application if it was:

  • issued by a court
  • issued to a company
  • for an offence against local council laws (except parking fines)
  • for drink/drug-driving or drink/drug-boating
  • for excessive speeding (more than 25km/h over the limit or over 130km/h)

You cannot apply for the Family Violence Scheme if:

  • you have paid the fine in full
  • the fine has been referred to court
  • you have received a 7 Day Notice that has expired or you waived the 7 day period
  • a Sheriff's officer has seized your vehicle
  • the Director, Fines Victoria has:
    • Made an attachment of earnings or debt direction
    • Recorded a charge over land that you own

Questions?

If you have questions on the FVS, please contact Fines Victoria:

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