In a few cases it becomes evident to the inspector that the offender had knowledge beforehand that what they were doing was reasonably likely to cause someone else serious harm. This has happened, for example, where a second offence that results in serous harm is identical to an earlier offence.

In such cases the maximum fine is $500,000 (instead of $250,000) and the offender can also be sent to prison for up to two years.

In setting the fine the Court looks at the same criteria as it does for the general run of offences. The same rules about reparation and payments to victims apply.

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• Definition of Serious Harm