Charges:

1 charge of fraudulent obtaining Loss of Earnings Capacity benefits from the Transport Accident Commission pursuant to s116 of the Transport Accident Act 1986

Plea: Guilty

Result:

The Magistrate imposed a fine of $1,500 with conviction and the accused was ordered to repay the fraudulently obtained benefits in the sum $20,428.24.

Remarks:

The accused fraudulently commenced a business in Queensland while at the same time as receiving Loss of Earnings Capacity benefits.  The accused was assessed as being unsuitable for a CCO, consequently the Magistrate proceeded by way of a fine with conviction.

Restitution:	$20,428.24
Total Fines:	$1,500
Disbursements:	$
Statutory Costs:	$
Professional Costs:	$

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