Trio fined for Riverland coronavirus border breach as jail sentences considered
ABCThree people who snuck into South Australia from Victoria claiming they had a medical emergency have pleaded guilty to breaching COVID-19 restrictions. Key points: Three people will face court today for allegedly crossing into SA illegally The police commissioner says jail sentences should be considered for the offence A Mount Gambier woman has been charged for allegedly spitting on a nurse Elissa Griffiths, 32, her brother Matthew Griffiths, 36, and Thomas Forster, 35, have each been fined between $3,000 and $3,600 and will be extradited across the border. The trio entered South Australia via the Riverland on Saturday afternoon, claiming Mr Griffiths needed urgent medical treatment for his ankle after a motorbike accident. Commissioner supports jail option People entering South Australia from Victoria who are not locals or essential travellers currently face either an on-the-spot of fine of $1,000 or a possible penalty imposed by a court of $20,000. More than 6,000 people have entered South Australia from Victoria since stronger border restrictions came in on July 9, along with a similar number of people from other states and territories, who face less constraints.
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