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HK Lawmaker Judy Chan Fined, Banned for Careless Driving

3/9/2026

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Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan of the Legislative Council was fined HK$2,000 and banned from driving for one month after pleading guilty to careless driving.
The incident occurred in January when she drove on the wrong side of Jaffe Road in Wan Chai.
Magistrate David Ko described Chan's actions as "premeditated" and warned they were serious.
The Legislative Council's Supervisory Committee is reviewing her case and could impose further sanctions.

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Hong Kong lawmaker Judy Chan of the Legislative Council was fined HK$2,000 and banned from driving for one month after pleading guilty to careless driving.
The incident occurred in January when she drove on the wrong side of Jaffe Road in Wan Chai.
Magistrate David Ko described Chan's actions as "premeditated" and warned they were serious.
The Legislative Council's Supervisory Committee is reviewing her case and could impose further sanctions.