TikTok Turkeys Beware

The Tasmanian Government is pumping the brakes on reckless drivers with the introduction of the Police Offences Amendment Bill 2025. 
 

This Bill will heavily increase penalties for driving offences, make it easier for Tasmania Police to confiscate or clamp vehicles used to commit driving offences, and introduces the new offence of road rage. 
 

Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Management, Felix Ellis said he’s committed to throwing the book at those who selfishly put other road users and themselves in danger.  
 

“Everyday Tasmanians that do the right thing on our roads can have their lives changed in an instant by hooning and reckless drivers,” Minister Ellis said.  

 
“We’ve seen too many TikTok turkeys doing the wrong thing on our roads and encouraging others on social media – it’s dangerous, it’s reckless, and it’s not good enough. 
 

“The introduction of this Bill is the next step in saving lives and protecting the community from those that feel they’re above the law.  
  

“Tasmanians have said they want a Government that keeps them safe, and through our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, that’s exactly what we’re doing.”