Police fines for leaving car unlocked.

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I saw a mates wife on the Victorian CH9 News last night getting hit with a $117 fine from the Police for leaving her car door unlocked while at the shops yesterday. She had a Club lock on.The area that was targeted is hardly a rich part of town and a fine for something I'd say 95% of drivers don't know exists is a bit full on. Remember most Old Holdens of the 60s&70s when locked can be opened with any key,Sissors or anything that can fit!
I think what they did yesterday was a poor bit of Community Policing, as this will only earn even more disrespect for Police. Maybe a few hours spent informing people of this law in the car park and a story on the news the same night would of had the same, if not better effect?
I do lock my cars all the time, but had no idea that is is an offence not to. What do you think about this.
http://lilydale-yarra-valley-leader....ion-to-thefts/

A quick net search shows other States also issue fines for the same "Offence", but only around $30-$40.
I wonder if the Police involved in this "Leave the Police car unlocked and lose a Glock" incident were also fined?
http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/q...-1111118454838
Cheers, Dave