Qld: L-plate trial begins in Queensland

AAP General News (Australia)
12-05-2004
Qld: L-plate trial begins in Queensland

All Queensland learner drivers and motorcyclists will have to display L plates on their
vehicles from January the 31st under a three-year trial announced by the Queensland government.

Queensland Transport Minister PAUL LUCAS says the move brings Queensland into line
with other states and territories.

Learner drivers in Queensland currently do not need to display L plates.

Learner drivers caught driving or riding without display L plates or wearing a specially
marked vest in the case of motorcyclists, face fines of $120.

Accompanying driver's also face fines.

Mr LUCAS says the trial will provide important information to assist in a final decision
about whether to reintroduce L and P plates in Queensland.

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