Speeding in France

[lynxd67]

The government implemented new rules as from today and they are draconian. I am sure no one here would even consider speeding , but if you do consider this before so doing:-

So, having read today's paper, the result is this:-

1. any excess speed more than 30mph over the prevailing limit will incur a fine of 3,750 euros and the car/bike impounded. see 3.

2. the offence has now been uprated to a serious crime, and punishable with up to five years in prison

3. the vehicle will be confiscated and sold for state funds

4. Any use of a mobile phone will incur a fine of 135 euros on the spot

5. Motorcyclists must from hereon wear a high viz jacket at all times

6. The alcohol limit has remained at 0.5 grammes, not reduced to 0.2 as thought

7.The request to reduce the maximum speed limit in town to 20mph has not been applied

I am sure that there will be numerous cases of people who, after Le Mans, will cry wolf, but I can't give you a more grave warning than this. I spoke to a gendarme today and they are under orders to implement the letter of the law.

[Barry]

ref: #5

Vest style, or does it have to have sleeves as well?
Is a 'Sam Brown' style reflective belt acceptable.

Have searched net for exact requirements and can't find a single reference.
CA leads the way with news! 

[termietermite]

All over the French press:
http://www.lemonde.fr/societe/article/2011/05/11/securite-routiere-les-principales-mesures-du-gouvernement_1520389_3224.html

[Snoring Rhino]

The government implemented new rules as from today and they are draconian. I am sure no one here would even consider speeding , but if you do consider this before so doing:-

So, having read today's paper, the result is this:-

1. any excess speed more than 30mph over the prevailing limit will incur a fine of 3,750 euros and the car/bike impounded. see 3.

2. the offence has now been uprated to a serious crime, and punishable with up to five years in prison

3. the vehicle will be confiscated and sold for state funds

4. Any use of a mobile phone will incur a fine of 135 euros on the spot

5. Motorcyclists must from hereon wear a high viz jacket at all times

6. The alcohol limit has remained at 0.5 grammes, not reduced to 0.2 as thought

7.The request to reduce the maximum speed limit in town to 20mph has not been applied

I am sure that there will be numerous cases of people who, after Le Mans, will cry wolf, but I can't give you a more grave warning than this. I spoke to a gendarme today and they are under orders to implement the letter of the law.

Good Grief, they will love it! anybody know how they sell them off?

[Lawnmower Man]

Regarding #4.

<silly mode >
That seems a little harsh.   

A total ban on Mobile phones?   I really can't see what is wrong with using a Mobile phone while standing on the pavement

</silly mode>

To be serious does it include hands free?

t.

[Nordic]

I would imagine they go via an auction, could be a good place to pick up a few cheap sports cars.

They have had this power for a while I think, maybe they will now up the anti and enforce it more, keep it calm and make sure your not an example.

[nopanic - neil]

Whats the law on High-Viz jackets,

I read that you now have to carry one in the car, and that it has to be to hand when you stop and NOT in the boot!

But do you need one for the car driver or one for each passenger?

Think I have a nice orange one already  

[LangTall]

How should I read '4. Any use of a mobile phone will incur a fine of 135 euros on the spot', is that also when you are on handsfree in the car?

[nopanic - neil]

How should I read '4. Any use of a mobile phone will incur a fine of 135 euros on the spot', is that also when you are on handsfree in the car?

thats f**k*ng bad!!!

Especially if your a passenger! 

[landman]

Whats the law on High-Viz jackets,

I read that you now have to carry one in the car, and that it has to be to hand when you stop and NOT in the boot!

But do you need one for the car driver or one for each passenger?

Think I have a nice orange one already  

This has been covered before I think.

You need 1 x hi-viz jacket for each person travelling in the car, the jacket must be accessible so that it can be  put on before you leave the vehicle.

I keep 5 in my glovebox.

Was asked by LD Lines to confirm this when I checked in at Dover in 2009.

Paul/Landman

[Barry]

They are also removing all the warning signs for speed cameras, and planning to install another 1000 of the buggers.

[Kristof]

I bought me one of these recently : http://www.coyotesystems.co.uk/.

Saved my drivers license several times on the way to the testday and back.

[pedersenkorsager]

i sense a lot of cheap classic cars will bee fore sale in france. To bad the wheel is on the wrong site

[termietermite]

Whats the law on High-Viz jackets,

Motorists: vest and triangle mandatory from 1 October 2008

Sanctions will be applied from 1 October 2008 against motorists whose vehicle is not equipped with a high visibility safety vest and warning triangle.


From that date, motorists who do not comply with these new obligations will be liable to a class-4 fine (€135 fixed penalty, reduced to €90 if paid within 15 days of issue).

The high visibility safety vest must be worn by a driver before he exits a vehicle immobilised on or by  the roadside in response to an emergency.
It must include the "CE" mark and a reference to one of two standards: "EN 471" or "EN 1150".


Upon leaving the vehicle, the driver must place a warning triangle on the roadside at a distance of at least 30 meters from his vehicle or from the obstacle.
The marking "E 27 R" certifies the conformity of the triangle with existing standards.




The wearing a high visibility safety vest also becomes mandatory from 1 October 2008 for every cycle rider and passenger, when out of town at night (or during the day, when visibility is insufficient).

Any cycle rider or passenger not wearing a high visibility safety vest after that date will be liable to a class-2 fine (€35 fixed penalty, reduced to €22 if paid within 15 days of issue).

http://www.service-public.fr/actualites/00905.html?xtor=EPR-140 (Oops, that link is broken - I'll  find the right one!)


http://librevent.over-blog.com/ext/http://www2.securiteroutiere.gouv.fr/vos-infos/presse/communiques/2-2008/CP_18-06-08.html  That's better.

[Jack the Hat]

They have gone mad !!!!! that used to be a pleasurable trip down to Le Mans. Looks like we will be going down the old road rather than the motorway always made for a better trip anyway.