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Star (Christchurch), Issue 19237, 26 November 1930, Page 15

“The inadequacy of the penalty for the conversion of a motor-car has been taken up by this association. We propose to continue representations to the Government until the law provides a proper penalty,” said Mr S. C. Tonks, president, at the annual meeting of the South Taranaki Automobile Association. “The maximum penalty is a fine of £2O or imprisonment for three months. The penalty for stealing a horse or a sheep is up to fourteen years' imprisonment, yet should a motor-car be converted, left burnt or damaged, the thieves in manv cases get off with a fine of £5. Our attitude should commend itself to ever)' motorist.” Mr H. G. Dickie, M.P., said he had broached the subject in the House and the Minister of Justice had promised an investigation.