After more than two years of pandemic, the number of tickets dropped for violations of COVID-19 restrictions in Saskatchewan is as high as the number of those convicted.
The money raised in the county coffers amounted to $ 48,203. Saskatchewan is still pursuing $ 398,286 unpaid tickets from people convicted of violating the law.
According to data analysis by CBCthere are 712 offenses related to the mandates of the Provincial Public Health Act.
Among the fines identified, some were related to non -compliance with wearing the mask indoors as well as non -compliance with the size of the gatherings.
On March 31, the Department of Justice indicated that 27% of tickets resulted in a judgment, while 26% were withdrawn or canceled.
In addition, 47% of the fines issued are waiting to be heard by a judge or for an agreement to be reached.
Fine process
Individuals who violate the law are subject to a maximum fine of $ 2,000. The maximum amount for a company at fault is $ 10,000. Any fine issued is accompanied by a 40%fine.
However, the courts may decide to increase the fine to $ 7,500 for an individual and $ 100,000 for companies.
According to the Saskatchewan Government, if the fine is paid 15 days after the due date, an additional fee of $ 60 is added.
If the fine is not paid after 90 days, the Department of Justice will forward the case to a collection agency, the Canada Revenue Agency, or both. The offender’s wages could be taken, as well as their assets, or their driver’s license could be suspended. If no solution is found, it can lead to incarceration.
With information from Alexander Quon
Source: Radio-Canada
