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# NSW Police Bans Driver Until the Year 2117
- URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/nsw-police-bans-driver-until-the-year-2117/
- Published: 2025-03-14T12:14:00.000Z
- Updated: 2025-03-14T12:14:00.000Z
- Description: NSW Police arrest a 73-year-old driver banned until 2117 for driving while disqualified. Learn about the shocking case and its legal consequences.
- Author: Dylan Anderson
- Tags: Car News

A **73-year-old man** has been arrested in Bathurst, NSW, after being caught driving despite being **banned until 2117**—a staggering **92-year disqualification**.

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## **The Arrest: How It Unfolded**

At approximately **9:15 AM on Sunday, March 9, 2025**, **NSW Highway Patrol Police** stopped a **silver Subaru** for a **random breath test** on William Street, Bathurst. Officers immediately recognised the driver as a **repeat offender** and conducted further checks, revealing he was **disqualified from driving until the year 2117**.

Despite this **unprecedented lifetime ban**, the driver was still behind the wheel, leading to his immediate **arrest on the spot**.

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## **Serious Legal Consequences**

The driver was **taken to Bathurst Police Station**, where he was **formally charged with driving while disqualified**.

- **Bail was refused**, meaning he remained in custody ahead of his court appearance.
- He is set to appear before **Bathurst Local Court on March 10, 2025**.
- Police also **issued a number plate confiscation notice**, ensuring the vehicle could not be driven again during the disqualification period.

## **Why Was He Banned Until 2117?**

While specific details about the driver’s previous offences have not been disclosed, a **92-year disqualification** suggests a **long history of repeat driving offences**. NSW courts issue such lengthy bans to individuals who persistently break road laws, demonstrating a **clear disregard for public safety**.

## **What Are the Penalties for Driving While Disqualified in NSW?**

Driving while disqualified is a **serious criminal offence** in NSW, carrying severe consequences, including:

- **Fines up to $5,500** for a first offence
- **Possible imprisonment of up to 18 months**
- **Further disqualification periods**, potentially extending a driver's ban indefinitely

Repeat offenders face **even harsher penalties**, with courts imposing **longer disqualifications** and **potential jail time** to deter reckless behavior.

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## **Authorities Crack Down on Repeat Offenders**

NSW Police and road safety authorities continue to **crack down on high-risk drivers**, emphasizing that disqualified individuals **must not** get behind the wheel under any circumstances.

Police are urging drivers to respect their disqualifications, highlighting that **ignoring the law could result in imprisonment, vehicle confiscation, and even lifetime driving bans**.

## **Public Safety First**

NSW authorities remain committed to keeping roads safe by enforcing **strict penalties for repeat offenders**. This arrest serves as a **stark reminder** that disregarding court-imposed driving bans comes with **severe legal consequences**.

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