As early as July, police are beginning to scrutinizing and fining. There are also tightened rules for entering the emission zones of some German cities. Three and a half years after the obligation to carry a reflective vest in the Czech Republic began to apply; the same regulation will enter into force in Germany. From 1 July, when it begins to pay, the police are going to start scrutinizing and collecting fines.
In addition, the entry-level rules of certain German cities are tightened. Many of them will no longer be able to drive cars with red or yellow stickers – those that do not meet at least the Euro 4 emission standard. Already in May the regulation, increasing the penalty for entry into the zone without the appropriate sticker began to apply. Instead of the previous 40 Euros, a double fine is now levied.
Absence of the safety vest comes to 15 Euros
From the inclusion of a reflective vest to the mandatory car equipment, road safety experts promise to improve the safety of drivers who have to get out of a car in the event of an accident – motorists in the surrounding vehicles will be better off seeing them. The regulations do not specify whether the reflective vest should be orange, yellow or green. Unlike Austria, German regulations will not require a vest for every car passenger – just one on the vehicle. If a driver does not have a reflective vest in the car, a roadside penalty of 15 Euros (410 crowns) is threatened by roadside inspection. In such a case, however, it is unlikely that he will be entitled to indemnity from the insurance company if the passing car is injured.
Higher fines since May
Since May 1, he has also tightened the point system for traffic offenses while driving, and some fines have changed. Half of the phone calls for hands-free driving, driving without dimming lights, turning in the tunnel, or parking in a tiny spot that can block traffic. For these offenses, the police in reflective uniform may choose from May 60 Euros (1650 crowns). The use of a child seat is subject to a fine of 60 Euros instead of the previous 40 Euros. There are only eight points in the point system. However, the rate for individual misdemeanors is half as much as previously.