Costa Alegria wrote:New Zepuha wrote:Aurentine Traffic Code
Authors: New Zepuha [IND], Costa Algeria [LD] [ | Sponsors: Geilinor [LD], Nihilistic View [NLP], Ainin [TR], Fulflood [LD],Waldmania [NCP] | Urgency: Moderate | SIMBEDS Category: Order
Section 1. Purpose of the bill - in recent days it has become clear at the continued escape of Mafia members, and the number of traffic accidents and inconveniences have risen. Noting that our country lacks a formal traffic code, this bill aims to service the basic needs of the motorist public.
Section 2. Establishment of road standards and Vehicle operations -
- Stop signs will be placed at intersections deemed to be needing extra precaution, vehicles must make a full stop at the sign before continuing on. A rolling stop is not acceptable.
- Traffic signals will be placed at major intersections that bear high amounts of traffic at a minimum of 3,000 vehicles a day. Lights will be posted facing each road coming into the intersection. A red signal will indicate all vehicles advancing towards it must stop. A yellow light will indicate you must prepare to stop, but not fully. Green will indicate that it is safe to proceed.
- Official speed limits will be determined by local municipal governments, on thoroughfares/highway/freeway/motorway speed limits will be determined by the Ministry of Transportation. These limits must be posted on clearly visible signs bearing a standard black lettering on white background. They are required to be obeyed by all motorists.
- Painted lines will indicate the ability to pass the vehicle in front of you. A dashed line will indicate the ability to pass, a solid line will bar passing. These lines will be determined by local governments or the Ministry of Transportation.
- Clearly visible traffic signs will be required to indicate hazards approaching.
- Pedestrian crossing zones should be established wherever a foot path is interrupted by a road. Marked by 'zebra crossings' and clear indicators to warn drivers to stop for pedestrians.
- On roundabouts (traffic circles), vehicles already on the roundabout (coming from your right) have priority over those entering it
Sub-Section A Speed Limits -
Motorways: 130km/h.
Dual Carriageways: 110km/h
Normal Country Roads: 100km/h on open stretches. Municipalities may choose appropriate speed reductions through towns and villages.
City Roads: 50-80km/h depending on location.
Roadworks: 30km/h
Poor Weather: 115 km/h in heavy downpour, sleet, hail, fog, hurricane, and any poor weather event that could take place.
Vehicle Specific:
Car/SUV/Van/etc. Towing Trailer: 80km/h
Truck/Bus: 90km/h
A note on the disabled - Special harnesses and belts are also available for the disabled. All belts, seats, harnesses and restraints must be correctly fitted and adjusted, without which they may be useless. These are available free of charge at any local police station.- All traffic must yield to vehicles turning from or turning to the right at intersections.
- Flashing indicators are required to be used to indicate the direction in which a driver intends to turn.
- When all indicators are flashing this will signify an emergency or vehicle malfunction has occurred.
- When emergency lights or sirens are flashing and being broadcasted behind a vehicle, the vehicle is obligated to pull to the shoulder on the side of the road.
- All large trucks such as transporters should remain in the innermost lanes.
- Drivers should stop at all marked pedestrian crossing zones.
- For all adults the wearing of front and rear seat belts is compulsory and the driver is responsible for ensuring children under 14 use the correct seat belts or child restraints.
- General traffic is prohibited from any marked lanes marked for other vehicles such as buses.
- Parking areas clearly marked for emergency vehicles only must be obeyed.
- Always approach pedestrian crossings with caution and don’t park or overtake another vehicle on the approach to a crossing, marked by a double line of studs or zigzag lines.
- Slow moving vehicles such as tractors or caravans should pull over and let vehicles pass when at least 5 vehicles are following it.
- Motorists must indicate before overtaking/passing and when moving back into an inside lane after overtaking.
- You must make a full stop at marked railway crossings, and may not drive under barriers or around them.
- Drive slowly near schools and be wary of children getting on or off buses.
- If you need spectacles or contact lenses to read a number plate 79.4mm high at a distance of 20.5m (67ft) in good daylight, then you must always wear them when motoring. It’s advisable to carry a spare pair of glasses or contact lenses in your car.
Section 3. Traffic Infractions -
Failure to stop at a marked intersection - Failure to stop where a stop sign is posted or rolling slowly through the intersection. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £20 fine.
Failure to stop for an emergency vehicle - Not pulling to the side when emergency lights and sirens are being run behind a vehicle. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £55 fine.
Failure to signal - Not using a vehicle's indicators to indicate a turn. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £18 fine.
Speeding/Disobeying posted speed limit - Failure to maintain a speed below or at the posted limit. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £125, progressive in £25 increments for every 2km over the speed limit.
Passing in a no passing zone - Passing a vehicle in an area marked by a solid line. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £12 fine.
Reckless/Dangerous Driving - An act causing damage, possibly causing damage to other motorists or the general public or property. This is a delict and is punishable of up to a 1 year prison sentence and or a fine of £2,000 plus damages caused.
Road Rage - The act of aggressive driving that could intimidate, harass, or cause bodily harm to other motorists. This is a delict and is punishable of up to a 6 month prison sentence and or a £500 fine.
Traffic Hazard - An action causing a vehicle to be a hazard to other motorists, such as traveling at an excessively slow speed. This slow speed being 15 km under the posted limit. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £40 fine.
Unsafe operation of a motor-vehicle - Any act that could distract a driver from the task of driving or minimize their ability to perform; acts such as, operating a mobile device without a proper hands free mount. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £50 fine. If the case goes to court, you could risk a maximum fine of £1,000, which rises to £2,500 for the driver of a bus, coach, or heavy goods vehicle
Failure to wear safety belt - When a motorist or passengers are not wearing proper safety belts, the driver receives the fine in any case. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £65 fine.
Improper parking - Parking in a dangerous area, or an area deemed off limits, or a marked emergency vehicle only area. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £50 fine.
Running a railway crossing - The act of going around, through, or over a railway crossing without making a full stop, or ignoring flashing warning lights. This is a contravention and is punishable of up to a £50 fine.
Any of these crimes committed in a marked school zone adds the possibility of an added £30 onto the issued fine.
Section 4. Authority to enforce -
Authority to enforce each of the above infractions will be placed on the constabulary and will require that each municipality maintain at least one officer dedicated to traffic safety and enforcement. The Ministry of Transportation is given authority to dictate new standards via legislation and place the above markers on roads they deem fit.
Hereby passed the ATC into law.
This has enough support to be added to Order.
Why have you not included the reduced speed limit for poor weather conditions on motorways? That's why I specifically added that there.
Because it was not specifically stated that it was poor weather limits, so they were removed. But I will rectify that situation as you had not.
