Dangerous Driving

“Post and Boast Laws” – Changes to Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle

“Post and Boast Laws” – Changes to the Charge of Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle The prevalence of offenders ‘boasting’ about their criminal behaviour on social media has long sparked societal debate. In response, the Queensland Government introduced legislative changes to address this behaviour and put offenders on notice. These changes specifically target offences involving the unauthorised use of motor vehicles. A person may record themselves driving dangerously and publish the footage on social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook or Snapchat. Since changes to Queensland law commenced in 2024, publishing this content can result in further legal consequences. These...