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18 March 2010
© Commonwealth of Australia 2010 ISBN 978-0-642-79293-8 (Printed version) ISBN 978-0-642-79294-5 (HTML version)
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Chair’s ForewordMembership of the CommitteeCommittee SecretariatTerms of referenceList of abbreviationsRecommendations
Background to the reviewEvents in the Division of LindsayThe adequacy of penalty provisionsCommittee objectives and scopeConduct of the inquiryStructure of the report
IntroductionPenalties in the CEA and the need for reformConclusionsSection 328 penaltiesThe application of section 328 Liability options to enhance deterrenceStrict liability and absolute liabilityMaximum penalty under strict liabilityDefence under strict liabilityConclusions
IntroductionPolling place offences – types and current penaltiesThe case for an infringement notice schemeConclusions
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