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Why can't I claim fines if i received them whilst working?
Why can't I claim fines if i received them whilst working?

Fines & Penalties

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Written by Peter Bayliss
Updated over a week ago

Although you did incur the fine whilst working, the ATO states that you are not able to claim a deduction for any penalties or fines imposed as a result of a breach of Australian law. 

This can be found in Section 26-5 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997.

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