Tag #Traffic Laws

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City of London Explores Tougher Penalties for Cyclist Offenses

The City of London Police and Corporation are considering stronger penalties for cyclists' repeat traffic offenses, such as running red lights, to address concerns about dangerous cycling behaviors despite improvements in cycling safety.

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Melbourne Police Launch Crackdown on Illegal E-bikes

Victoria Police launched "Operation Consider" on Wednesday to combat the rise in e-bike crashes in Melbourne, which increased by 82% from 79 incidents in 2023 to 144 in 2024; police will enforce e-bike regulations with fines up to \$1018.

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Greek Traffic Code Mandates Driver Courtesy

Greece's new traffic code includes Article 16, paragraph 7, mandating courteous driver behavior towards pedestrians and other drivers, with penalties for violations.

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Greece Strengthens Road Safety Code with Increased Penalties and 30 km/h City Speed Limit

Greece's new Road Safety Code increases penalties for dangerous driving, introduces a 30 km/h city speed limit to improve pedestrian safety, and emphasizes seatbelt/helmet use; its success depends on enforcement and infrastructure improvements.

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Turkey Strengthens Traffic Laws with Hefty Fines and Prison Sentences

Turkey's parliament passed new traffic laws imposing fines up to 46,000 TL and prison sentences up to 3 years for leaving accident scenes without authorization and mandating safety equipment use with additional fines for non-compliance.

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Driver Sentenced for Fatal Red-Light Crash

Qadeer Hussain, 55, was sentenced to eight years and four months in prison for causing the death of nine-year-old Alice Williams by dangerous driving after running a red light at 49mph on July 8, 2023, in Halifax; dashcam footage contradicted his initial claims.

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London Police Seize £7 Million in Supercars During Crackdown on Wealthy Tourists

London police seized 72 supercars worth £7 million from wealthy tourists, mostly from the Middle East, due to insurance violations, amid a larger crackdown on dangerous driving and anti-social behavior in hotspot areas of London.

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Stricter Greek Traffic Code Requires Accurate Enforcement to Avoid Injustice

A stricter Greek traffic code, while effective, necessitates accurate enforcement; a recent incident of a wrongly cited driver highlights the need for mechanisms to correct errors, contrasting with a US example of efficient error correction.

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WA to Review E-Scooter Rules After Fatal Accident

A parliamentary committee in Western Australia will review e-scooter regulations following the death of a pedestrian struck by a rented e-scooter; the inquiry will consider nighttime curfews and increased penalties for illegal use, aiming to improve community safety.

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Greece Unveils Stricter Traffic Code with Increased Fines and Camera Enforcement

Greece's new traffic code introduces stricter penalties and a point system for repeat traffic offenses, starting with higher fines and potentially license suspension, with cameras planned for July deployment in Athens to enhance enforcement.

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Greece to Implement New Road Traffic Code to Improve Safety

The Greek government will introduce a new road traffic code in May, aiming to improve road safety by reducing speed limits, increasing penalties, and investing in technology and public transportation, addressing Greece's lagging road safety record compared to the EU.

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Greece's Critical Road Safety Crisis: Pedestrian Danger in Athens

Road safety in Greece is a major issue, particularly in Athens, where pedestrians face constant danger due to reckless driving and insufficient enforcement of traffic laws, resulting in a climate of fear and distrust in authorities.

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