
Fines
On-the-spot fines are in place to crack down on fare evasion and anti-social behaviour on the CityRail network.
RailCorp Transit Officers regularly patrol trains and stations, and have the authority to issue on-the-spot fines. They also have the powers of arrest and work closely with NSW Police.
Some examples are listed in the following table:
| Offence | On-the-spot-fine | Maximum penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Putting feet on train seats | $100 | $550 |
| Travelling without a valid ticket | $200 | $550 |
| Depositing litter on train, station or railway property | $200 | $1100 |
| Smoking under any covered station area (including covered platforms and underground stations), or on a train | $300 | $1100 |
| Drinking alcohol on CityRail trains/stations | $400 | $1100 |
| Offensive language, offensive behaviour or spitting | $400 | $1100 |
| Blocking train doors | $400 | $5500 |
| Damage or vandalise railway property | $400 | $2200 |
| Trespassing on railway land | $400 | $5500 |
If you have been fined you will have been given a penalty notice with payment required within 21 days. Payment can be made to the State Debt Recovery Office by mail, phone or online.





