What is the purpose of the penalty fee system?
The purpose of the penalty fee system is to deter fare evasion. Fare evasion can translate into fare increase if left unchecked. It is thus imperative to curb fare evasion, thereby reducing fare leakage which in turn helps to safeguard the interests of passengers who pay the correct fares.
Related questions
How much are the penalty fee amounts and will honest commuters who mistakenly underpay fares still be made to pay these penalty fees?
Why are commuters targeted for underpaying while operators get away with incidents of overcharging/incorrect fare deductions?
What is the penalty for fare evasion?
When was the Penalty Fee Regime Implemented?
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