Where a total effective custodial sentence is already high, the imposition of additional fines for offences of driving under suspension may infringe the totality principle, particularly where the offender has limited financial capacity while imprisoned. It is unusual for a sentencing judge to impose both immediate imprisonment and a fine for driving while disqualified or suspended.
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