2006-11-24 05:18:42 · 4 answers · asked by jallspaw 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
Initially the Australian Electoral Commission will write to all apparent non-voters requesting that they either provide a reason for their failure to vote or pay a $20 penalty.
If, within 21 days, the apparent non-voter fails to reply, cannot provide a valid and sufficient reason or declines to pay the penalty, then prosecution proceedings may be instigated. If the matter is dealt with in court and the person is found guilty, he or she may be fined up to $50 plus court costs.
2006-11-24 05:22:30 · answer #1 · answered by Albertan 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm unsure, I was going to risk it, but ran in and voted at the last minute. I think, being a "free country" and all we should choose whether we'd like to vote or not. Specially when you look at the morons we have to choose from to represent us, ha!
2006-11-24 22:25:15 · answer #2 · answered by Bexx 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Last time I heard it was a 500 dollar fine and/or jail time. Might want to double check it though.
2006-11-24 05:20:41 · answer #3 · answered by Tinalera 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know but I think it's a fantastic idea
2006-11-24 19:51:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋