Bikers who have not been complied with road traffic law and have been exposed to victimization through accidents or have posed a danger to other road users have been targeted by policemen.
According to IPJ Bihar Commissioner Alana, most fines, 110, were awarded for lack of reflective clothing. Other 71 sanctions were applied for non-compliance with the minimum technical conditions laid down by legislation, which must be met by bikes on public roads, namely those relating to the braking device, the steering system, the audible warning system or the fitting of lights and the device fluorescent-reflective. Road traffic police have sanctioned 25 other bikers found while driving on alcohol-biked bicycles, 10 bicycle riders with various technical failure, and 49 bikers for lack of identity papers.
The record of alcoholism is held by a 65-year-old man. It was detected in traffic while cycling with an alcoholic strength of 0.96mg / l of pure alcohol in the exhaled air. The man was sanctioned with a fine of 870 leis.
The total amount of fines granted the 265 cyclists is 97,575 lei.
Preventive recommendations for cyclists
Do not forget! According to the legal provisions, the bicycle with which you are traveling on public roads must be:
(a) fitted with an effective braking device;
(b) fitted with a suitable, functional steering system;
(c)equipped with a sound alert system; it is forbidden to equip and use vehicle-specific sound warning systems;
(d)equipped with white or yellow light in front and back with red light and at least one visible, reflective device of the same color;
(e)equipped with elements or devices which, in turn, form a continuous, a fluorescent-reflective material, orange circle, fixed to the spokes of the wheels.
To be able to drive a bicycle on public roads, you must be at least 14 years of ages, know the traffic rules and be adequately equipped.
A child aged up to 7 years may be carried on an adult bicycle only if the vehicle is provided with a special support or if an approved device is fitted.
When you cycle on a bicycle, do not cross the road for pedestrian crossings!
Prior to cycle on priority arteries, reduce the speed, make sure and give priority to passing on to other road users.
Before changing the direction of travel, especially to the left, make sure that there is no vehicle approaching - front and rear. When changing direction, even if you have to cross priority, make sure the other road users have understood your intention.
You are prohibited from cycling on public roads covered with ice, ice or snow.
Move as close to the right-hand edge of the road, and when you go in a group, only one column. Do not ride a bicycle under the influence of alcoholic beverages. He wears a helmet and a reflective vest. It can save your life!
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