A recent TikTok depicting an individual removing chalk marks from multiple car tyres has gone viral and sparked online conversation.

But Avinash Singh, from Astor Lega has warned of the potential consequences of the act.

“Erasing chalk from a tyre might be interpreted as an attempt to obstruct justice. This is because doing so would impede a parking officer from performing their tasks, consequently preventing them from administering a penalty,” he stated.

The video sparked debate, with Singh criticising the video, the comment section was flooded with people showing support for the stunt.

In NSW, Section 319 Crimes Act 1900 makes it an offence to do any act or omission intending in any way to pervert the court of justice.

South Australia is the only state that has a specific law that addresses this issue due to the issue becoming so widespread.

Section 174AB of the Road Traffic Act 1961 makes it an offence to remove a parking inspector’s chalk from a vehicle.

The maximum fine this offense can carry is a $750 fine.

“If a motorist notices that a penalty has been issued, they have the option to dispute it and request proof of accurate timing. This proof typically comes in the form of timestamped photographs taken by a parking officer,” Singh explained.