Why are there two different fine amounts?
The $86 fine is for captive audience solicitation. These situations do not necessarily involve soliciting in a manner that would cause a reasonable person to be concerned for their safety or security. A captive audience includes squeegee people approaching a car at a stop light, asking someone for money when they are using or waiting at a bank machine or while riding on public transportation. There is also a provision under the Motor Vehicle Act prohibiting this type of activity. The $115 fine is for aggressive solicitation, which could involve abusive or threatening behaviour. The offence must involve conduct that would cause a reasonable person to fear for his or her safety.
