Deprivation or fine for traveling on oncoming tram tracks

When is the fine for driving into the oncoming lane imposed in 2021?

The monetary fine imposed for driving into the oncoming lane in 2021 varies. It depends on many factors. Must correspond to the article for which the protocol is drawn up. We will look in detail in what situations you have to pay for this driver’s misconduct.

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The amount of fines for driving into the oncoming lane in the wrong place and the specifics of their purpose are prescribed in the Code of Administrative Offences.

Avoiding obstacles

The driver regularly encounters all sorts of obstacles. To continue driving, he is forced to enter the lane in the oncoming direction through a solid line or in a place where overtaking is prohibited. In any case, the rules are broken. But sometimes moving forward in any other way is not possible. For example, when there is a fallen chestnut tree in the middle of the roadway or there is a car that is broken or damaged in an accident.

The consequences of avoiding an obstacle in the oncoming lane in a place prohibited by traffic regulations are described in detail in the third part of Article 12.15. For illegally driving around an obstacle in 2021, the violator behind the wheel will have to pay a fine of 1,000 to 1,500 rubles. But the driver’s license will definitely remain with the driver.

Please note that according to the law it is considered an obstacle (clause 1.2. Traffic regulations of the Russian Federation). It is only a stationary object that does not in any way allow movement to continue. For example, these could be:

• a hole or dip in your lane;
• fencing during road repairs;
• fallen tree, pillar;
• a car with an emergency sign posted behind it;
• anything else that is stationary and prevents a motorist from passing.

The definition of an obstacle does not include a small unevenness, a puddle, potholes, a traffic jam, a bus or trolley bus disembarking passengers. For these situations, a more serious provision of the administrative code applies.

Part four of Article 12.15 of the Code of Administrative Offenses states that in case of driving into the oncoming lane in the absence of a stationary obstacle, the culprit must pay 5,000 rubles. There is also an alternative option. If the court considers the violation of the rules too dangerous, the driver will not be able to return to the wheel. The period for deprivation of a driver's license is from 4 to 6 months.

Overtaking

Traffic jams are a fact that drivers in big cities have to deal with. While everyone is patiently standing in yet another traffic jam, some are trying to get around it. The traffic jam does not fall under the category of obstacles, since it is constantly moving, albeit at a minimum speed.

The driver is strictly prohibited from crossing the solid line. Moreover, overtaking by entering the oncoming lane is strictly prohibited in the following situations:

• on the zebra crossing;
• at controlled intersections, as well as at unregulated intersections, when a motorist is moving along one of the secondary roads;
• in tunnels or on bridges;
• at the railway crossings themselves and a hundred meters before the barrier marking them;
• on risky turns, at the very end of steep and dangerous climbs, under other conditions when visibility is very poor.

The list of situations is given in paragraph 11 of the Russian Federation Traffic Regulations.

When a driver ignores the rules for overtaking by entering the oncoming lane, in 2021 he is required to pay a fine of 5,000 rubles. The judge can also take away your license for 4 to 6 months. Punishments for negligent motorists are prescribed in the fourth part of Article 12.15 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation.

U-turn

You can understand whether you are a violator during the maneuver of turning your car into the oncoming lane by carefully studying the specific situation. Whether U-turns and left turns are allowed in a certain place on the roadway depends on the road signs and painted markings.

When making a U-turn at an intersection along a trajectory that is too wide, the driver often ends up in the opposite lane. Continuing the started turn, it crosses the double solid line. If this happens perpendicular to the markings, he will be punished under the second part of Article 12.16 of the Code of Administrative Offenses for failure to comply with the markings. In 2021, you will have to pay a fine of 1,000 to 1,500 rubles.

Traffic police officers record a more serious violation when a driver, leaving the intersection of roadways, ends up directly in the oncoming lane. In this case, his actions fall under the fourth part of Article 12.15 and are qualified as driving into the oncoming lane. Punishment is a fine of 5,000 rubles, deprivation of rights for a period of four months to six months, and in case of relapse - for 1 year.

One Way

This violation of traffic rules of the Russian Federation is described in the third part of Article 12.16 of the Code of Administrative Offences.

When a driver drives onto a one-way road in the opposite direction, he is punished with a fine. Its size is 5,000 rubles. In addition, the culprit’s license may be taken away for a period of 4 to six months.

Reverse movement

This method of organizing traffic is common in large populated areas, where traffic jams constantly occur due to the huge number of cars and public transport.

Movement along a single lane can be carried out in opposite directions. Everything depends on time. When driving in reverse, drive strictly according to the traffic light signal. For example, in the mornings, more exit lanes are left from residential neighborhoods, when everyone goes to work. When residents return home in the evenings, more lanes appear at the entrance. This method allows you to effectively solve the problem of congestion and traffic jams.

For a driver who drives into a reversible lane under a prohibiting traffic light, which at a certain moment is intended for oncoming traffic, the inspector will issue a fine of 5,000 rubles or deprive him of his license for six months (Article 12.15 Part 4 of the Code of Administrative Offenses). If the driver manages to prove that in a previous case he committed a violation by driving around a certain obstacle, the fine will be from 1,000 to 1,500 rubles (Article 12.15. Part 3 of the Administrative Code).

Direct prohibitions on entering the oncoming lane

Everything is simple here, the Traffic Rules clearly indicate when it is prohibited to enter the oncoming lane.

8.6. The turn must be carried out in such a way that when leaving the intersection of roadways the vehicle does not end up on the side of oncoming traffic.

When turning right, the vehicle should move as close as possible to the right edge of the roadway.

When turning after leaving an intersection of roadways, the vehicle should not end up in the oncoming lane. The number of lanes and the presence of markings does not matter .

9.2. On dual carriageway roads with four or more lanes, it is prohibited to overtake or pass into the lane intended for oncoming traffic. On such roads, left turns or U-turns may be made at intersections and in other places where this is not prohibited by the Rules, signs and (or) markings.

On any road with 4 or more lanes, entering the oncoming lane to overtake or pass is prohibited. The presence of markup does not matter .

Please note that in the absence of markings or signs according to {tip :: 9.1. The number of lanes for trackless vehicles is determined by markings and (or) signs 5.15.1, 5.15.2, 5.15.7, 5.15.8, and if there are none, then by the drivers themselves, taking into account the width of the roadway, vehicle dimensions and required intervals between them. In this case, the side intended for oncoming traffic on two-way roads without a dividing strip is considered to be half the width of the roadway located on the left, not counting local widenings of the roadway (transition and express lanes, additional lanes on the rise, drive-in pockets of stops for route vehicles ).}clause 9.1{/tip} Traffic rules The driver independently determines whether the roadway contains 2 or 4 lanes. However, when two lanes are moving in one direction, it is obvious that the road has two lanes sufficient for the movement of cars in one direction, despite the subjective assessment of the driver. Naturally, there may be special cases with trucks, but let's draw a logical conclusion - in the absence of markings (and) or signs 5.15.1, 5.15.2, 5.15.7, 5.15.8, driving third and further next to the oncoming lane is prohibited.

9.3. On two-way roads that have three lanes marked with markings (except for marking 1.9), of which the middle one is used for traffic in both directions, it is allowed to enter this lane only for overtaking, bypassing, turning left and making a U-turn. It is prohibited to enter the leftmost lane intended for oncoming traffic.

Here we pay attention to the mandatory presence of markings, since if there are no markings, according to clause 9.1 of the traffic rules, there cannot be three lanes on the road. If there are no markings, there can only be an even number of lanes on the road, regardless of how many rows the traffic is in .

Now please pay attention to the location of vehicles in the illustrations without markings. The width of the road is the same, but in one case there are 4 lanes, in the other there are three.

These situations are regulated by clause 9.1 of the traffic rules:

9.1. The number of lanes for trackless vehicles is determined by markings and (or) signs 5.15.1, 5.15.2, 5.15.7, 5.15.8, and if there are none, then by the drivers themselves, taking into account the width of the roadway, vehicle dimensions and required intervals between them. In this case, the side intended for oncoming traffic on two-way roads without a dividing strip is considered to be half the width of the roadway located on the left, not counting local widenings of the roadway (transition and express lanes, additional lanes on the rise, drive-in pockets of stops for route vehicles ).

As you can see, in the absence of markings, the location of vehicles is regulated by the drivers themselves, not just one driver, but everyone, based on the road situation. And the same road can have a different number of lanes depending on the situation on the road.

You can move along the road in three rows, but the road will remain two-lane in accordance with clause 9.1 of the traffic rules, and the second row will partially move in the oncoming lane. On a two-lane road without markings, there is no requirement to move strictly in the lane and entering the oncoming lane is not prohibited.

However, if a vehicle from the third row returns to its lane, then this will already be considered overtaking , and in this case it will be a violation of clause 11.2 of the traffic rules. That is, driving into oncoming traffic is carried out without violating the rules, but if this driving is associated with overtaking, then the rules will be violated.

On the same road, two lanes can move in the same direction, but within half the width of the roadway located on the right.

Thus, two lanes are formed in one direction, and an oncoming lane or lanes located on the left half of the roadway, which are prohibited according to clause 9.2, if there are two lanes on the left side, and according to clause 9.3, if on the left side of the roadway one lane. Again, the number of lanes is determined by drivers moving, both in the same direction and in the opposite direction.

9.6. It is permitted to travel on tram tracks in the same direction, located on the left at the same level as the roadway, when all lanes in this direction are occupied, as well as when detouring, overtaking, turning left and making a U-turn, taking into account clause 8.5 of the Rules. In this case, there should be no interference with the tram. It is prohibited to drive onto tram tracks in the opposite direction. If road signs 5.15.1 or 5.15.2 are installed in front of the intersection, movement on tram tracks through the intersection is prohibited

Everything is simple here: if there are oncoming tram tracks on the road, traveling on them is prohibited.

It is also prohibited to enter the oncoming lane before crossing:

15. Traffic across railway tracks

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In addition, it is prohibited:

drive around vehicles standing in front of the crossing into oncoming traffic;

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What is the fine for driving into the oncoming lane?

Responsibility for driving onto a one-way road

One-way roads are marked with signs 5.7.1 or 5.7.2 indicating the appropriate direction. Traffic rules (hereinafter referred to as traffic rules) oblige you to comply with the requirements of signs and markings. If the driver needs to turn in a certain direction, but this would mean driving towards other cars on a one-way road, it is better not to do so. You can drive further and turn where it is allowed by traffic rules.

But it also happens that drivers do not notice the signs or deliberately ignore them. In this case, the inspector who discovered the violation draws up a protocol against the violator and holds him accountable under Art. 12.16 Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. You will have to pay a fine of up to 5,000 rubles, but may also be deprived of your driver’s license for a period of 4 to 6 months.

Deprivation is usually applied for serious or repeated violations. Most often, citizens are simply fined.

Having discovered an offense, the traffic police inspector will definitely ask what made the driver move towards him on a one-way road. It is recommended not to be rude, but to tell them that the sign may have been overlooked. There is a possibility of simply getting off with a fine, but some employees are loyal to drivers, depending on the situation, and simply issue a warning.

Deprivation for driving into oncoming traffic

Article 12.15.4 lists the situations in which a driver can be disqualified for driving into the oncoming lane in 2021. It happens:

• When a motorist appears on a one-way road facing traffic or on oncoming tram rails (from four to six months). If this moment is caught on video cameras, a fine of 5,000 rubles will be issued.
• Repeated violation of the clause specified in the previous paragraph will result in deprivation of rights for one year (12.15.5).
• 5,000 rubles or deprivation of rights (4 - 6 months) is applicable when crossing a single or double solid line. This happens when overtaking, turning or during a U-turn when you cannot fit into a broken line.
• You cannot drive into the oncoming lane on a road with 4 or more lanes. Turns and U-turns are allowed only in specially designated areas.
• If the road is three-lane (the middle lane is used for traffic in both directions), the motorist will remain without a license for appearing in the leftmost lane, as well as when overtaking in the situations listed in the same paragraph of this article.

In all these cases, imprisonment for a period of four to six months.

The traffic police officer, having drawn up a protocol, transfers the case to the court. He has no right to confiscate his driver's license. The judge can make the corresponding decision as an additional or primary punishment. The case is reviewed within 20 days after the incident.

If the court decides not in favor of the motorist, the license must be handed over to the traffic police within 3 days.

Fine for driving into oncoming traffic in 2021

In 2021, there are 2 types of penalties for driving into the oncoming lane:

• Administrative penalty.
• Revocation of a driver's license.

Before moving on to a detailed consideration of penalties, I suggest you download and print the current table of fines for violating traffic rules:

Traffic police fine table

Punishment for avoiding obstacles in 2021

First, let’s look at the concept of “Obstacle” from paragraph 1.2 of the traffic rules:

“ Obstacle ” is a stationary object in the traffic lane (faulty or damaged vehicle, roadway defect, foreign objects, etc.) that does not allow further movement along this lane.

A traffic jam or a vehicle stopped in this lane in accordance with the requirements of the Rules is not an obstacle.

In this case, the punishment is provided for avoiding traffic accidents, broken cars, damaged sections of the road, etc. If an arrogant driver avoids a traffic jam before a traffic light, then his maneuver is not an obstacle avoidance and is punished in a completely different way.

So, the penalty for avoiding an obstacle is:

3. Driving, in violation of the Traffic Rules, into a lane intended for oncoming traffic when going around an obstacle, or onto tram tracks in the opposite direction when going around an obstacle -

shall entail the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of one thousand to one thousand five hundred rubles.

The fine for driving into the oncoming lane in this case will be 1,000 - 1,500 rubles (at the choice of the traffic police officer). A driver who wishes to drive around an obstacle along tram tracks in the opposite direction will receive exactly the same fine.

Penalty for turning left or making a U-turn

Punishment for turning or turning using the oncoming lane is provided for in Part 2 of Article 12.16 of the Code of Administrative Offenses:

2. Turning left or making a U-turn in violation of the requirements prescribed by road signs or markings of the roadway, -

shall entail the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of one thousand to one thousand five hundred rubles.

Thus, the fine for an incorrect left turn or U-turn can also vary from 1,000 to 1,500 rubles .

Penalty for overtaking and in all other cases

This paragraph deals with the punishment that is imposed when driving around a traffic jam or overtaking in oncoming traffic. Also, do not forget about the common situation when the driver crosses the markings with one or two wheels, for example, when turning.

In 2021, both an administrative fine and deprivation of rights may be imposed for driving into the oncoming lane. Let's look at Part 4 of Article 12.15 of the Code of Administrative Offenses:

4. Driving, in violation of the Traffic Rules, onto a lane intended for oncoming traffic, or onto tram tracks in the opposite direction, except for the cases provided for in Part 3 of this article -

shall entail the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of five thousand rubles or deprivation of the right to drive vehicles for a period of four to six months.

So, the fine for driving into the oncoming lane in 2021 is 5,000 rubles , and deprivation of rights can be imposed for a period of 4-6 months .

I note that if the violator is stopped by a traffic police officer, the case will be sent to court and it is the judge who determines the type and amount of punishment. If the violation is recorded by a camera operating in automatic mode, then in any case the driver will be fined five thousand for driving into oncoming traffic.

Deprivation of rights for repeated driving into the oncoming lane

In 2021, the driver may also be subject to an additional deprivation of license for repeatedly driving into oncoming traffic. Let's consider part 5 of article 12.15 of the Code of Administrative Offenses:

5. Repeated commission of an administrative offense provided for in part 4 of this article -

entails deprivation of the right to drive vehicles for a period of one year, and in the event of an administrative offense being recorded by special technical means operating in automatic mode, having the functions of photography, filming, video recording, or means of photography, filming, video recording - the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of five thousand rubles

For repeated driving into the oncoming lane, which is personally recorded by a police officer, the driver will be deprived of his license for 12 months . Well, if this violation is recorded by an automatic camera, the fine will be 5,000 rubles.

Note. A violation is considered repeated if less than a year has passed since the payment of the fine or the return of rights after deprivation.

Table of fines for driving into oncoming traffic

I suggest you watch a video about a small traffic accident, the cause of which was driving into oncoming traffic:

In conclusion, I would like to emphasize once again that the Code of Administrative Offenses provides for punishment only for driving into oncoming traffic in violation of traffic rules. If you are in the oncoming lane without violating the rules, then no penalty can be imposed.

Good luck on the roads!

Punishment for driving into the oncoming tram lane

The legality of a motorist being on tram rails is determined by which direction they lead. If in the same direction, then inspectors even have a number of situations when they strongly recommend using the tracks.

It is allowed to turn left or make a U-turn from tram tracks. It is imperative that two conditions be met. Such maneuvers should not contradict markings and signs. It is unacceptable to interfere with the tram itself.

Cars are not allowed to appear on oncoming tram rails. For violation, a fine of 5,000 rubles is paid. You can be left without a license for six months (Part 4 12.15 of the Administrative Code).

Fine for driving in the opposite direction in 2021

Driving against the direction of one-way traffic can occur in the case of a U-turn or entering one-way traffic from the opposite side (under the “brick” sign).

This maneuver is very dangerous, because... it could cause a head-on collision. Therefore, the punishment for it is substantial - 5,000 rubles or deprivation of the right to drive vehicles for a period of four to six months (Article 12.16):

3. Driving in the opposite direction on a one-way road -

shall entail the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of five thousand rubles or deprivation of the right to drive vehicles for a period of four to six months.

31. Repeated commission of an administrative offense provided for in Part 3 of this article -

entails deprivation of the right to drive vehicles for a period of one year, and in the event of an administrative offense being recorded by special technical means operating in automatic mode, having the functions of photography, filming, video recording, or means of photography, filming, video recording - the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of five thousand rubles

Repeated (within 1 year) driving on one-way traffic in the opposite direction will entail a more severe punishment - 1 year of deprivation of rights.

What violations are repeated?

When can you drive into oncoming traffic in 2021?

We list the traffic situations when driving into the oncoming lane is possible:

• avoiding an accident, pothole, or other obstacle when driving in your lane becomes impossible;
• on a narrow road, provided that overtaking a slow-moving vehicle is not prohibited;
• overtaking on a section of the highway where a solid line turns into a broken line;
• on 3-lane roads, when the middle lane is intended for traffic in opposite directions (it is allowed to appear on it for overtaking, making a left turn, making a U-turn);
• an attempt to avoid a collision or any other potential accident (these actions fall under Article 2.7 of the Administrative Code).

In the last example, the driver will not be punished, but the traffic police inspector is obliged to issue him a verbal warning.

In what cases is driving into the oncoming lane not a violation?

You can drive into oncoming traffic only in cases not specified in the list of situations when this maneuver is prohibited (this list is regulated by traffic rules).

So, you can drive into oncoming traffic without violating traffic rules in the following cases:

• On a narrow road that does not have markings or signs that would prohibit overtaking or entering the oncoming lane. You will need to determine the part of the road intended for oncoming traffic yourself. The number of lanes on a road that has neither markings nor road signs will always be even. You can determine their exact number by eye (there will be either 2 or 4);
• On a three-lane road without road signs prohibiting overtaking or making a U-turn in oncoming traffic. In this case, all stripes must be marked with paint. Otherwise, it will be the road described in the first case, where there will be either two or four lanes;
• In other cases, slightly different from the above two.

Procedure for imposing a fine

If the rules are broken, you will have to answer in one of two cases. The act could have been caught on camera. After some time, you will receive a request by mail to pay a fine for driving into the oncoming lane. If you are planning to protest what happened, you should go to court or the traffic police. You have 10 days to appeal the fine. The countdown begins from the day a copy of the resolution is received (Article 30.3 of the Administrative Code).

The second situation is when the car is stopped by an inspector who was directly present when the offense was committed.

It is worth noting that in 2021, the inspector must have good reasons to stop the vehicle (clause 84 of the Administrative Regulations for Enforcement of the Ministry of Internal Affairs). These include:

• traffic violation;
• the emergence of information about the probable involvement of the person in the car in the crime;
• availability of information that the car is wanted;
• the need to conduct a survey about the accident;
• restriction or prohibition of movement;
• involving a motorist or his car in providing urgent assistance;
• inspection of the vehicle and documents (permitted only at a checkpoint or a stationary post).

The police officer must introduce himself fully. Immediately note why the car was stopped (clause 1 of part 4 of article 5 of the law “On the Police”). The driver is allowed not to leave the vehicle. Paragraph 93 of the Traffic Police Administrative Regulations states that the inspector only offers to leave the vehicle. Typically this is required in the following cases:

• cargo inspection;
• troubleshooting technical problems;
• suspicions that the driver is drunk or under the influence of drugs.

The driver himself decides to obey or not.

Next, a protocol is drawn up. This is an official document drawn up in case of an administrative offense. It is filled out by the inspector on site. It describes in detail the administrative offense committed - driving into the oncoming lane. If the offense was minor, the inspector immediately makes a decision on the case. You can agree with the fine or appeal it. According to Article 1.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses, a citizen cannot be found guilty until it is proven.

A protocol is drawn up immediately after the alleged culprit has been allowed to enter the oncoming lane. This is stated in Article 28.5 of the Administrative Code.

If additional facts related to the incident need to be clarified, the time limit for drawing up the protocol increases to 2 days. A so-called administrative investigation may also be required. In this case, the deadlines are set separately.

There are several points that are important to reflect in the protocol. This includes the following information:

• actions of the traffic police inspector and other officials;
• the condition of the road and its quality, marking features, as well as the presence of lighting on the section where a possible violation of the rules occurred;
• features of the intersection, important details: priority signs when moving, whether the traffic light was working, etc.;
• other significant details.

The names and contact details of witnesses and victims, if any, are recorded in the protocol. Everyone, including the culprit, is required to provide an explanation. The article of the Code of Administrative Offenses that was violated when driving into the oncoming lane must be indicated. The situation that led to the incident is described in detail.

To prevent the inspector from entering false information into the protocol, a Z sign should be placed in the empty fields of the form.

Evidence of the driver entering the oncoming lane can be video recordings of the incident, photographs, or a diagram of the violation.

The inspector only presents evidence to impose a fine on the alleged violator. He is not obliged to explain or comment on them (Article 25 of the Administrative Code).

When is driving into oncoming traffic prohibited?

The question of what the penalty for driving into oncoming traffic is deprivation of a license or a fine is on the minds of many motorists. It is impossible to answer unequivocally, since both measures are provided for by law. At the same time, as practice shows, in the majority of cases, law enforcement officers try to punish the violator with deprivation of rights for a certain period. Thus, it is the deprivation of rights for driving into oncoming traffic that may become the most likely punishment.

To avoid such a development of the situation, it is necessary to exercise maximum vigilance and attentiveness on the road. Let's try to figure out in what situations you should not try to overtake or perform any actions related to driving to the opposite side of the road.

1. When driving on a road surface on which there are no markings, you must remember the main rule that if there are no marked signs, then it is necessary to visually divide the road surface into an even number (as a rule, there are two or four lanes). If there are solid lines or road signs along the road that limit the maneuverability of cars when driving, then driving out is strictly prohibited.
2. If you move on a road that has three identical lanes, then there will be markings on it. This automatically means that it will be possible to drive into oncoming traffic only in places where this is permitted, but provided that the traffic intensity is low and there are no restriction signs nearby.
3. If the traffic is on a four-lane road, then everything is simple. In such a situation, it is absolutely impossible to drive to the opposite side of the roadway. Otherwise, this is fraught with consequences, and the driver who drove into oncoming traffic will lose his license for some period. Moreover, it does not matter at all whether there are markings on the road or a solid line, and whether there are road signs nearby. The restriction applies to everyone, and failure to comply with this rule will automatically result in a traffic offense.

Separately, it is worth mentioning the intensity of traffic. In every situation, the driver is obliged to show vigilance and maximum attention. This means that it is strictly forbidden to enter oncoming traffic even when the intensity of traffic in the parallel lane is quite high.

What should a driver do if a fine is issued for driving into the oncoming lane?

If a motorist is suspected of committing an offense and is given a fine for driving into the oncoming lane, you should know how to assert your rights. It is necessary to study the protocol drawn up, especially how the police officer described the traffic situation.

If the driver does not agree with the fine imposed for driving into the oncoming lane, he must write about this in detail. After all, the court will rely on the protocol when making a decision.

Next, record on video the road conditions and surrounding circumstances. For example, the presence of obstacles, the condition of the road. These facts can serve as evidence of correctness and serve as a basis for a reduced sentence.

After receiving a copy of the compiled document, you have 10 days to appeal it (Part 1 of Article 30.3 of the Administrative Code). If this was not possible for valid reasons, a petition should be filed to restore the period for appeal. Please note that only objective reasons should interfere.

When the driver turns around

The right to enter the oncoming lane appears when the driver makes a left turn across a solid line. It happens that a person does not reach the place of the broken line, literally a few meters, so he begins to turn in advance so as not to create obstacles for other vehicles.

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When the driver does not reach the broken line and begins to turn, this is a traffic violation. The license will not be deprived for this, but the inspector has the right to issue a fine, the amount of which can be up to 1,500 rubles.

Is there a discount on the fine?

Since the beginning of 2021, the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate has introduced an innovation that should facilitate the timely payment of fines by violators. In 2021, you can pay a fine for driving into the oncoming lane with a 50% discount. 20 days are allotted for this after the relevant decision is issued.

It is worth noting that the discount does not apply to all types of traffic violations. In particular, you cannot count on concessions in the following situations:

• systematic violations (for example, repeatedly driving into the oncoming lane);
• the driver being under the influence of drugs or alcohol;
• Causing minor or moderate injuries to victims of road accidents.

In other cases, you can take advantage of the discount.

Entering oncoming traffic to take a detour

You can drive into the oncoming lane when you do not overtake a car, but go around a slow-moving vehicle in front of you. Imagine this situation. There are markings on the road, the entire right lane is clogged with cars and specialized equipment, the maximum speed of which is 30 km/h.

There are also additional signs that indicate that they have a speed limit, so passing on the left side is allowed. In this case, entering the oncoming lane acts as a detour; you have the right to cross the center lane without creating obstacles for oncoming cars.

Appeal

You must file a complaint with the agency that issued the fine. It is considered within a maximum of 10 working days (Article 30.5 of the Administrative Code).

A fine drawn up and assigned by the State Traffic Inspectorate can be challenged in several ways:

• online – write a complaint on the traffic police website;
• in person (contact the department of the State Traffic Inspectorate that issued the decision);
• send your appeal by mail.

You also have the right to go to court at the location of the traffic police department or the driver’s place of residence.

By the way, if a fine for driving into oncoming traffic was paid, and then a decision was made about illegality and cancellation, you can get the money back. To do this, you need to submit an application, attaching a package of documents:

• copy of passport;
• bank account details;
• documents confirming the payment;
• decision to cancel the fine (instead of the original, it can be a copy).

Applications to appeal a fine for driving into the oncoming lane can be found here.

When can you drive into the oncoming lane?

Nowadays, a car has long ceased to be considered a means of luxury and a symbol of prosperity. Now it is just a means of transportation that has become available to the general public. Every day there are more and more cars on the roads, and at the same time the number of road accidents is increasing.

Our legislation is quite strict about violators of the peace on the road, and punishes them very severely. It is worth noting that it is often not always possible to strictly follow the traffic rules, but they must be followed as clearly as possible. Otherwise, the motorist risks getting into an accident, and its consequences may be the most unpredictable.

How long can you deprive your license for a double continuous line? Read about deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle here.

Find out about assistance with deprivation of rights at the following link:

The most common violation on the road is driving into oncoming traffic. Many drivers believe that this action cannot be considered a full-fledged violation, but they are mistaken, since about half of violations of this format lead to an emergency. This is exactly what the statistics show.

The fine for driving into oncoming traffic can be either material or non-material. In the first case, the violator will face a fine, and in the second, he will lose his rights.

Important! Drivers often do not know in what situations they can drive into oncoming traffic. But this is provided for by the current legislative framework.

Let's try to look at some moments when a driver has the right to drive into the oncoming lane without consequences for himself.

1. The road surface should not have markings. As a rule, this situation is observed on narrow roads, but on more spacious three-lane highways, markings are always available. If there are no markings, then the driver has every right to drive into oncoming traffic (for example, to overtake), however, provided that the current situation on the road allows this, and the nearest cars moving in oncoming traffic are at a sufficiently large distance.
2. Absence of a continuous line on the road surface. In this case, the driver can perform the necessary manipulations, which will require moving into a parallel lane, but provided that there are no other motorists in the immediate vicinity who are moving in the oncoming lane.
3. There are no restrictive or prohibitory road signs. If there are no road signs, then you can drive into oncoming traffic, but provided there are no markings and there is a large flow of vehicles. If there is at least one prohibiting sign, it will be impossible to overtake, since this will be classified as a violation of current traffic rules.

How to avoid a fine for driving into the oncoming lane in 2021?

If a violation has occurred, you must do everything possible to avoid a fine or minimize the punishment. In 2021, it is recommended to follow the following algorithm:

1. Make sure that all facts are reflected in the protocol. If the inspector missed something, it is necessary to note the disagreement, and then describe in detail all the important circumstances of driving into the oncoming lane.
2. It is important to reflect in the protocol itself or the included notes how events unfolded. It is necessary to describe the degree of illumination and time of day, clarify the presence of traffic signs and the state of markings. Note how well the markings and signs were visible.
3. The protocol indicates the contacts of all witnesses, including passengers of the car.
4. You need to try to get as much evidence as possible. Photographs and a detailed diagram of what happened with relevant measurements will help. It would be good if there were witnesses. Photos must be local.

To minimize the punishment for driving into oncoming traffic, you can ask to consider mitigating circumstances. According to Article 4.2 of the Administrative Code, these include repentance, admission of guilt, absence of previous offenses, a state of passion, even poor health or pregnancy.

When entering the oncoming lane is prohibited

If we talk about maneuvers that involve driving into the oncoming lane, in any case, the first thing that comes to mind is overtaking. With this maneuver, you are ahead of another vehicle moving on the same roadway as you.

Overtaking will be interpreted as a traffic violation in the following cases:

• The vehicle you intend to overtake automatically overtakes or detours;
• The vehicle you intend to overtake is moving with the left turn signal on;
• If returning another car after performing a maneuver will definitely lead to an accident.

In addition to the indicated cases, driving into oncoming traffic is prohibited on the following sections of the highway:

• Crossroads;
• “Zebra crossing”, where two or more pedestrians cross the road;
• A railway crossing, as well as a road within a radius of 100 meters from it;
• Bridge, overpass, overpass, tunnel;
• Places with limited visibility.

In addition, if you violate road markings when driving into oncoming traffic, this will definitely result in a fine.

It is prohibited to cross the following types of markings:

• Solid line;
• Double solid line;
• Solid and broken line;
• Double broken line (only in the case of a traffic light that is not working or is showing red).

How to avoid deprivation of your license for driving into the oncoming lane? Read about entering oncoming traffic when turning left at an intersection here.

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Deprivation of rights for driving into the oncoming lane in 2016

Many drivers know from their own experience what the fine is for driving into oncoming traffic. However, not everyone knows that recently legislative standards have undergone some changes, and now careless drivers may face more serious punishment.

When asking themselves what the fine is for this offence, many imagine an amount in the range of 1-1.5 thousand rubles. Of course, it doesn't seem like that much money. However, this rule was in effect previously. Now the amounts have changed somewhat.

Already in 2021, the fine for frivolously driving into oncoming traffic will be 5,000 rubles, or the person will lose his license for a period of 4-6 months. It should be noted that both penalties are equivalent, and it is up to the traffic police to decide which of them will be imposed on the offender.

It should be noted that in 90% of cases, careless drivers lose their driver's licenses. Therefore, it is necessary to show maximum restraint and attention and try to avoid violating the law.

What is the fine for driving into oncoming traffic?

For all citizens who violate traffic rules, there are two types of punishment. The first is deprivation of rights for a specific period depending on the nature of the violation and the degree of responsibility, and the second is a monetary fine.

A fine for driving into oncoming traffic is extremely rare. Most often, the traffic police prefer to immediately take away the licenses of violators, bypassing the possibility of financial punishment. Like any offense on the road, driving into oncoming traffic is subject to administrative legislation. Based on the provisions of the Code of Administrative Offences, it should be concluded that the optimal period for depriving citizens of their rights is 4 - 6 months.

In addition, it is impossible not to notice that this measure will be applied only when the offense did not provoke the creation of an unfavorable traffic situation and did not lead to consequences. If there are victims as a result of the failed maneuver, then the case will automatically fall under the jurisdiction of criminal law, and the degree of responsibility will be determined based on the norms of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation.

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Speaking about what fine for driving into oncoming traffic is due to violators in monetary terms, we will again refer to the established norms of the Code of Administrative Offences. And it doesn’t matter, even a fine for driving into oncoming traffic through a continuous lane will be assessed in accordance with regulatory documentation. The amount of the fine does not yet exceed 1 - 1.5 thousand rubles.

It should also be noted that since 2015 the legislative framework has changed somewhat, and therefore new penalties began to apply.