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January 07, 2010, 19:29:39
A Swiss millionaire has been handed down a record speeding fine of $290,000 (£180,000) by a court.

The penalty was calculated based on the unnamed motorist's wealth - assessed by the court as $22.7m (£14.1m) - and because he was a repeat offender.


http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/8446545.stm
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Ouch... :exclaim: (I don't like even parting with A$110)
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