He had to front court for violating section 245 of the Commonwealth Electoral Act of 1918 — and was given the maximum penalty. That was a fine of $180, plus his lawyer fees, which amounted to a.. The Australian Electoral Commission's website says "Under s 245(14) of the Electoral Act or s 45(13A) of the Referendum Act the fact that an elector believes it to be a part of his or her.
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As voting is compulsory here in Australia, you may risk penalties and fines if you fail to show up and cast your vote in the upcoming referendum. Issued by the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC.. Under section 245 of the Electoral Act 1918 (Cth), anyone who fails to vote in a Federal election or referendum and does not have a 'valid and sufficient reason' for that failure will face a fine of $20 (sent as a penalty notice) A penalty notice will not be sent if the Electoral Commission is satisfied that the potential voter:
