A 27-year-old woman has been charged with fraud following a Queensland Police investigation into an alleged “cash for demerit points” scheme that saw more than 1,200 traffic infringement notices transferred into her name.

Police allege the woman advertised on social media, offering to accept other motorists’ fines and demerit points in exchange for payment.

Investigators allege that between 2022 and June 2026, 1,266 Traffic Infringement Notices were transferred to the woman’s name, resulting in about 1,150 demerit points being recorded against her licence.

The fines associated with the alleged scheme were worth approximately $620,000.

The woman was arrested in Woodridge and charged with one count of fraud. She appeared in Brisbane Magistrates Court and was remanded in custody, with her next court appearance scheduled for 28 September.

Detective Superintendent Craig McGrath, Commander of the Queensland Police Service Financial and Cyber Crime Group, said the alleged scheme had operated for at least four years.

“Many of those allegedly using these services should have had their licences suspended but were instead able to continue driving on our roads,” McGrath said.

He said the demerit-point system was designed to improve road safety and hold motorists accountable.

“This scheme can put other road users at risk,” McGrath said.

Police said investigations remain ongoing and warned that people involved in the alleged scheme could face prosecution.

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