By ACP Team
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July 14, 2024
Two Western Australian directors were recently convicted for failing to have a director ID. Both directors were fined $5,000 in the Perth Magistrates Court on 3 May 2024, for failing to comply with director identification requirements. The maximum penalty for failure to comply is currently a fine of $18,780. The Magistrate stated the director ID service had been enacted for a proper public purpose and considerable efforts had been made by government agencies to bring the accused’s attention to the service and comply. All directors are required to verify their identity with the Australian Business Registry Services (ABRS) and apply for their director ID prior to being appointed as a director. Please note that directors must apply for their director ID themselves. The fastest way is to apply online at ABRS.gov.au. If a director is unable to apply online, you can phone ABRS on 13 62 50. For more information about who needs a director ID and how to apply, visit ABRS.gov.au. If you have any questions, please contact your accountant/tax professionals, or contact us today on 02-8046 7621, your local Sydney business accountants.