That happened in four cities in Australia - Uber just paid the fines on behalf of them.

http://www.smh.com.au/digital-life/smartphone-apps/uber-pled...

http://www.brw.com.au/p/entrepreneurs/uber_deep_pockets_thwa...

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland/uber-dodges-fines...

http://www.perthnow.com.au/news/western-australia/rideshare-...