Jacqui Felgate has been alerted to several “excessive” fines across Melbourne, ranging from a late dog registration to parking next to a footy oval.

Two councils on either side of Melbourne have been put in the spotlight, and the 3AW Drive host has highlighted the hypocrisy relating to crime and the bail laws in Melbourne.

“How does this pass the reality check?” she said.

Press PLAY to hear about some of the ‘excessive’ fines in Melbourne

Callers Louise and Fiona fell victims to the excessive fines, telling Jacqui Felgate about their experiences, before the mayor of the Mornington Shire Council Anthony Marsh joined the program to explain how councils set fines.

Press PLAY to hear their experiences and the mayor’s explanation

Images: iStock, 3AW