Penalty for running a red light in 2021

What is the fine for running a red light?

The sanction for movement despite the prohibition of the signal is established in Article 12.12 of the Code of Administrative Offenses

The fine for driving through a red light is 1,000 rubles (both for ignoring the red signal and for failure to comply with such a gesture from the traffic controller). Please note that the ban applies not only to red, but also to yellow signs. A fine in the amount indicated above also faces those who drove not only through a prohibiting signal, but also through a traffic signal that was not allowed (if there are several traffic light sections).

In situations where the signal does not change for a long time, we can talk about a traffic light malfunction. After making sure that the signaling system has failed (after waiting time), the driver can continue driving with extreme caution, allowing pedestrians to pass (despite the absence of a zebra crossing).

If the signals of the traffic controller and the traffic light are not synchronized, preference should be given to the traffic controller present. Even if the light prohibiting movement is on, and the traffic controller gives permission, you need to continue on your way. Responsibility for a possible offense in this case lies entirely with the traffic controller, who motorists cannot disobey.

Running a red light while on camera in 2021

Part 1 of Article 12.12 of the Code of Administrative Offenses, which regulates administrative penalties for ignoring a prohibiting traffic light signal, does not differentiate sanctions based on the method of recording the violation. Driving on a red light in front of a traffic police inspector or under an automatic recording camera will cost the driver a fine of 1 thousand rubles. In the first 20 days after the administrative decision is issued, the penalty can be paid in half.

Fines assessed based on road survey materials:

• are automatically attributed to the owner of the car, regardless of who was physically driving;
• become known to the motorist much later, since the decision must be sent to him by mail;
• may be caused by incorrect settings of the traffic light or fixation device.

Note!

All this may become a basis for appealing the administrative decision on a violation. You have only 10 days from the date of the decision to appeal the fine. You should contact the traffic police authority that issued the fine, or the court.

What is the fine for running red again?

Traffic police fines increase significantly with repeated violations of such legal norms. Repeated offense (Part 3 of Article 12.12 of the Code of Administrative Offenses) entails a sanction in the form of a fine of 5,000 rubles or deprivation of rights from 4 to 6 months. An offense is repeated if the same illegal act was previously committed and twelve months have not yet passed from that moment.

An offense is considered committed again (repeatedly) when driving through any prohibiting traffic light signal (including a missing permitting signal). So, if for the first time a motorist drove through a red light, and then within a year made a turn at an intersection when the green arrow was “extinguished,” his offenses are considered similar.

Driving through a red traffic light and driving beyond the stop line: punishment and amount of fines

Chapter 12 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation is devoted to sanctions for violations of traffic rules, registration requirements and standards for equipping cars with light signals. Violations of the rules for driving through intersections and crossing paths are covered by 4 articles:

• 12.12 - imposes sanctions for ignoring prohibiting traffic lights or traffic controller signals;
• 12.10 - provides for a separate punishment for non-compliance with the rules for crossing railway tracks;
• 12.13 - intended for those who did not calculate the speed of passing at the intersection, drove into it and created a traffic jam;4
• 12.16 - imposes liability for ignoring the marking requirements, including the stop line in front of a traffic light or a “STOP” sign.

These norms differentiate punishment for those who committed a violation for the first time or are convicted again. The sanctions of a number of articles provide for both fines and deprivation of rights for violators.

Driving beyond the STOP line at a prohibiting signal

Crossing the stop line, regardless of the prohibition of the signal, will be an offense if:

1. This is a controlled intersection (there is a traffic light or traffic controller);
2. During the drive to the stop line the red light was on or there was a traffic controller's prohibiting sign.

The stop line must be indicated by appropriate road markings and a “Stop” sign. Sanction: fine of 800 rubles. It is noteworthy that a stop sign means that you must stop directly at a controlled intersection in front of the traffic light. The presence of a stop line requires stopping at uncontrolled intersections with the simultaneous presence of a “Stop” sign.

Where to stop at a stop sign if there is no stop line

If there are no markings at the intersection indicating a stop line, the driver must stop before:

• railway crossing - 5 meters before the barrier, and at least 10 meters from the rails if there is none;
• a traffic light or a traffic controller - without entering the intersection so as not to interfere with pedestrians and the movement of vehicles to which the passage is opened;
• crossing roads at an unregulated intersection.

If there is a possibility that the stop line is drawn, but is not visible due to weather and other conditions. You should be guided by signs and plates.

Entering an intersection where there is a traffic jam

You should not enter an intersection if there is a traffic jam ahead, since the legislator equates this offense to driving through a prohibitory sign. The driver is forced to remain at the intersection, thereby creating a traffic jam and the impossibility of movement for other cars. During traffic jams, there is always a risk of committing a traffic violation, and crossing the intersection behind which it has formed only increases the danger of an emergency situation.

The fine for this violation is 1000 rubles or deprivation of rights if the offense is repeated within a year.

Completing a red light maneuver

Clauses 13.2. and 13.7 of the Road Traffic Regulations require the driver to:

• move through the intersection only on green;
• complete a maneuver started on an authorized signal;
• do not enter an intersection if there is doubt that it can be crossed during the green signal. Does not apply to left turns or U-turns - they can be completed on yellow or red.

At the same time, drivers entering an intersection after a traffic light change are required to allow the vehicle already there to complete the maneuver.

Having seen that the traffic light is about to change to a prohibitory signal or the traffic controller begins to give a stop sign, the driver can continue driving only if he has to use emergency braking to stop. If the distance to the stop line or intersection of road surfaces is sufficient and traffic allows, you must stop.

Crossing railway tracks at a prohibiting traffic light signal

Part 1 of Article 12.10 (Administrative Code) provides for sanctions for crossing railway tracks on a red line: a fine of 1000 rubles or deprivation of rights from 3 to 6 months. An equivalent offense with the same penalty is the passage of railway tracks despite the prohibitory sign of the person on duty at the crossing, bypassing the crossing, a stop on the railway tracks, or passing the crossing at the time the barrier is closed (including closing).

A repeated offense involves deprivation of a driver's license for one year (Part 3, Article 12.10).

Fine for driving on railway tracks at a red traffic light

Untimely entry onto railway tracks carries much greater risks than entering a road intersection at the wrong time. In a collision with a train, the death of the vehicle and serious injuries to passengers are almost inevitable; there is a high probability of injuries among railway employees and passengers, and damage to expensive infrastructure. In this regard, the sanctions of Article 12.10 are stricter than the norms of 12.12 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation due to the general similarity of the violation.

Part 1 of Article 12.10 provides for a monetary penalty or deprivation of rights for six months for:

• crossing paths outside the designated area;
• bypassing a closed or closing barrier;
• entering the rails when there is a prohibiting traffic light signal or a signal from the duty officer;
• stop at the crossing.

In case of repeated violation of the specified rules for crossing railway tracks, there is no fine - only deprivation of rights for a year.

How to pay a fine with a 50% discount

Penalties can be paid:

1. Through the bank;
2. At the post office;
3. Through Internet banking;
4. Through payment terminals.

Payment of fines within the first twenty days from the date of registration of the resolution implies a discount of 50% of the original amount. This system applies to fines resulting from:

1. Travel on red or yellow, as well as a traffic ban from the traffic controller;
2. Violations of rules at railway crossings.

Committing a second offense within a year means paying a fine without any discounts.

Responsibility for driving under a red traffic light in 2021

Driving through a red traffic light is interpreted as a violation of traffic rules, and it does not matter whether the driver committed this action intentionally or accidentally.
A fine is provided as a punishment, but if as a result of this an accident occurs or the violation is repeated, additional sanctions will be applied to the driver in the form of deprivation of rights, and in some cases, freedom.

In this material, we will analyze various situations of passing a prohibitory signal and determine what punishment is provided in each individual case.

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How much is the fine for driving through a red light in 2021? Table

Punishment for violating traffic rules is regulated by Art. 12.12 of the Russian Code of Administrative Offences. In the following cases, driving through a red traffic light is punishable by a ruble :

Fines for repeat violations

For the first violation of driving through a red or yellow light within a year in Russia, a fine of 1,000 rubles is provided. Movement on yellow is allowed only in the case specified in clause 6.14

“Drivers who, when the yellow signal turns on or the traffic controller raises his hand up, cannot stop without resorting to emergency braking in the places determined by paragraph 6.13 of the Rules, are allowed to continue driving.”

For the second and subsequent violations committed within a year, the driver faces a penalty of 5,000 rubles or the confiscation of his license for up to six months. Such punishment is regulated by Article 12.12 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation.

Driving at a prohibiting signal, not allowing pedestrians to pass at a crossing, and leaving a lane intended for oncoming traffic are the most serious violations of traffic rules. A driver who does not follow the rules can cause an accident: run over pedestrians or collide with other vehicles.

Is it possible to challenge a fine for driving through a prohibitory signal?

If a motorist has sufficient grounds to challenge the fines, he has the right to do so through the court. The judicial authority in this case is determined by the plaintiff himself: at the place of his registration or at the location of the traffic police, whose officer issued the decision on the offense. District courts are authorized to consider such cases.

For the court, along with the statement of claim, you must provide the following documents:

1. Protocol on administrative violation;
2. Resolution (on imposition of penalty);
3. Technical passport of the car;
4. Driver license;

It should be remembered that the right to go to court is retained for ten days (from the date of execution of the decision).

What responsibility awaits the driver for driving through a red traffic light?

The amount of fines for driving through a red traffic light in 2021 is standard: the driver receives a receipt for payment of 1,000 rubles if the violation is primary (within 1 year) and, on the contrary, if the violation is committed repeatedly, he will have to pay 5,000 rubles. In case of a three-time violation of the rules, the driver risks being left without a driver's license for a maximum period of 6 months.

In practice, the amount of the fine may vary depending on the situation. For example, if the violation is extremely minor and no subsequent traffic accident occurs, the fine for running a red traffic light will be 1,000 rubles. If the violation is associated with an incident in which other motorists were injured, the punishment is increased, even criminal.

The fine for an accident increases to 5,000 rubles, regardless of the number of monetary sanctions already received. A committed violation is recognized by any method of recording: it could be a traffic controller or a video surveillance camera that witnessed the incident.

How to appeal a fine for running a red light in 2021?

Every driver has the right to challenge a fine for running a red traffic light in court in 2021. The main condition is the availability of evidence that will help demonstrate your innocence. In Russia, there is a presumption of innocence, so in most cases, possible doubts about traffic violations are interpreted in favor of the driver. However, there is a nuance: Art. 1 part 5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses obliges the driver to independently defend his own innocence (it is advisable to do this with the help of a competent lawyer).

To successfully accept your claim in court, you will need significant evidence on the basis of which you can make an unambiguous decision. What can help here:

• Video surveillance recording, where the traffic light is clearly visible. Otherwise, the decision is made in favor of the traffic police officer who recorded the passage of the red traffic light, or the readings of other cameras are taken into account.
• It is necessary to remember and inform the court of the specific location of the traffic police officers at the time of the violation, and also to correlate the distance from them to the traffic light for the quality of recording. It is possible that distance or bad weather conditions may have been a barrier for them to accurately assess the situation.
• The explanatory note must provide a detailed description of the overall picture from the scene of the violation. In particular, describe the presence and location of neighboring cars, traffic police posts, traffic lights and security cameras.
• Conclude by summarizing the clear conclusions you have drawn from the evidence base.

In 2021, you can appeal fines for running a red light within 10 business days after receiving notification of the fine. To submit an application, you can contact the Traffic Police Department or the nearest court district at your place of residence. Do not rush to be upset if, for a good reason, you missed the 10-day period. In this case, you can write a statement asking to reset the date the fine was issued, and then legally go to court and challenge the collection.

Penalty for crossing the stop line at a red traffic light

Crossing the stop line in 2021 is often accompanied by nuances that directly determine the amount of penalties. Regulates the procedure for considering the Code of Administrative Offences, Art. 12.12 which reads:

• If the intersection is controlled, the amount of the penalty will be 800 rubles. In this case, the stop line can be applied as a road marking or as a corresponding sign.
• If the intersection is unregulated, the penalty amount will be 500 rubles. In this case, the stop line is represented by markings, as well as a sign “Driving without stopping is prohibited.”

Be careful when stopping in front of the stop line: in some cases, traffic police officers may issue a fine even if the wheels have not reached the stop line, but the bumper is just above the markings. The decision is completely absurd, so it can be successfully challenged in court.