Life, to put it primitively, is quite diverse. It is almost impossible to describe all possible situations and conclusions from them. There are simply thousands of them, and even with different prerequisites for the already established.
Here, take our already “corroded” theme with headlights, lighting fixtures on a car. So if they do not work, that is, they are simply not turned on when driving (dipped beam, DRL, fog lights), then the driver faces a fine for failure to comply with clause 19.5 of the SDA, under article 12.20 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. By the way, we have already considered such an example in one of our articles "". That is, in fact, the driver violates the rules for using lighting devices on the car.
If the headlights did not work before leaving or burned out during the trip, then this is another story. Here, the driver not only violated the rules for the use of lighting devices in accordance with the traffic rules, but also did not have or does not have the right to operate even the vehicle, in accordance with the "Basic provisions for the admission of the vehicle ...". In this case, another article of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation applies to the violator. It is about this option, when the headlight or headlights (dimensions) do not work, that we will talk in our article.
What article (document) regulates the fine for a non-working headlight (headlights)
If the option corresponds to when the headlight does not work at all, that is, it does not shine or does not shine as it should, then there is an unequivocal violation of the “Basic provisions for the admission of the vehicle ...”. That is, the car should not have left with such malfunctions on the road. This is evidenced by clause 3.3 "List of malfunctions and conditions under which the operation of vehicles is prohibited."
As a result, this fine will be issued under article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, part 1 "Control of the vehicle in the presence of malfunctions or conditions ...". Now let's figure out what kind of fine can be issued for a malfunction of the headlights (dimensions) or even if they are simply dirty.
Penalty for a non-working headlight (headlights, dimensions)
First, let's quote Part 1 of Article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, it will clarify a lot for us:
If you continue to study article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, then you can stumble upon part 3. It talks about the non-compliance of lighting devices with the prescribed requirements. If the headlights simply do not work, and have not been subjected to an unacceptable alteration, then this does not apply to their inconsistencies, which means that this part of the article cannot be applied.
Here it can also be said that Article 27.13 of the Code of Administrative Offenses does not apply to Part 1 of Article 12.5. That is, they cannot detain a car, put it in a car impound. The driver will be able to continue driving to repair the breakdown. In this case, the driver can be issued a second fine, but only after 24 hours.
How to avoid a fine for a broken headlight
The best way to avoid a fine is to proceed as follows. Initially, politely communicate with representatives of authorities, keep yourself in control.
Secondly, the driver should emphasize that he himself is surprised that the headlight does not work. Since the lamp apparently burned out during the trip. When the trip was just starting, the headlights or the headlight worked ...
Thirdly, Article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, Part 1 provides for a warning.
Fourthly, if you have not been held administratively liable within 6 months, be sure to say so.
As a result, ask the inspector to take into account all the factors and issue a warning about the violation, rather than issue a fine.
Here I would immediately like to say that you should not abuse such trust, since the driver himself should be primarily interested in fixing the breakdown. His health and life depend on it. What we will talk about next.
Is it possible to continue driving with a non-working (not burning) headlight (rear clearance)
The situation with such a malfunction in practice and in law is very interesting. It seems like Article 27.13 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation "Detention of the vehicle" does not provide for the detention of the car for such a malfunction. However, there is order 664, on the "Administrative Regulations ...". In it you can find very interesting recommendations for the police inspector. They are based precisely on the requirements of the ban on the operation of the vehicle according to the "List of malfunctions and conditions under which the operation of the vehicle is prohibited"
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68. If the fact of driving a vehicle with non-burning (missing) headlights and tail lights at night or in conditions of insufficient visibility or inactive on the driver's side of the windshield wiper during rain or snowfall is revealed<1>the employee requests to stop the movement of this vehicle until the relevant malfunctions or conditions are eliminated. At the same time, the parking of the vehicle should not pose a threat to road safety. |
That is, the driver may well "stick" for the whole night if he does not fix the headlight, and it is dark outside. Indeed, in this case, the conditions when the rear dimensions are not needed will come only during daylight hours. Thus, a headlight malfunction can lead to a whole chain of troubles.
Is it possible to pay a fine for a non-working headlight or clearance with a 50 percent discount
Summarizing the topic "Penalty for a non-working headlight (headlights)"
If the headlight or headlights do not work on the car, then several conclusions can be drawn at once. First, it's just not safe. Especially in the dark, when one headlight is on. If the second one suddenly burns out, then at high speed this can lead to an accident. This means that it endangers the health and life of the driver and passengers, if any, in the car. One can only wonder why Article 27.13 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation does not provide for the detention of such cars at night. After all, it is dangerous not only for the driver and passengers of the vehicle with a malfunction, but also for the road users surrounding it.
Secondly, if the headlights or the headlight do not work, then this simply threatens with administrative responsibility in the form of a warning or a fine. There is nothing good in this either, it is a waste of nerves, time, money.
That is why try to monitor the health of the headlights on your car.
Question-answer on the topic "Penalty for a non-working headlight (headlights)"
Question: Can a fine be issued for the fact that 1 headlight does not work on a car?
Answer: Yes, they can. This is a warning or a fine of 500 rubles.
Question: Can a car be detained for a parking fine if the headlight is not working?
Answer: No, article 27.13 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation does not provide for this, but they can force you to repair the headlight right on the spot or prohibit further movement.
Video about a fine for a broken headlight
For those who do not like to read, we have prepared a video that fully reflects the essence of the article and talks about a possible fine for a broken headlight.
Many motorists did not approve of the introduction of a mandatory rule to turn on the lights during the daytime, they think this is an unnecessary waste of car energy. But this is done to improve road safety, because a car with the lights on attracts much more attention than without it.
Let's figure out what lighting should be like in the daytime, in what cases the inspector has the right to stop you, draw up a protocol on how to avoid a fine.
○ Rules for the use of dipped beam.
In 2010, amendments were made to the traffic rules, obliging drivers to turn on the lighting during the day when driving. Clause 19.5 of the SDA:
- “19.5. During daylight hours, all moving vehicles must have dipped-beam headlamps or daytime running lamps switched on to identify them.
That is, now, regardless of the time of day, the car should be illuminated. So, what lighting elements should be included in the daytime? SDA gives three answers:
- Low beam headlights.
- Daytime running lights installed in accordance with GOST.
- Fog lights.
Any of them is enough for the rules to be observed. Dimensions will not fit, as they give enough bright lighting. Far from every car, and especially on older models, daytime running lights are installed. Therefore, those who wish can retrofit a car with them on their own or at a service center, subject to obtaining permission from the traffic police and complying with the requirements of GOST, setting:
- In front of the car.
- Not lower than 25 cm from the ground and not higher than 1.5 meters.
- At least 60 cm between lights.
- No more than 40 cm from the edge of the car body.
Despite the apparent cost, such retrofitting will save time and money in the future. They load the car's power system less, which is especially important for older models. The driver can choose which lamps to equip the lights with: halogen, incandescent or LED. The latter is the most popular option among car owners.
○ Penalty for driving without dipped beam and daytime running lights.
Let's start with the fact that the driver who turned on two serviceable headlights or running lights before the start of the movement will not receive a fine. In other cases, the inspector has the right to make a decision under Art. 12.20 Administrative Code with a fine of 500r:
- "Violation of the rules for the use of external lighting devices, sound signals, emergency alarms or an emergency stop sign - entails a warning or the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of five hundred rubles."
This article will be applied if the driver simply forgot to turn on the daytime running lights, as well as for not turning on the low beam at night, regardless of the running lights.
The fine does not seem significant, and therefore motorists often ignore this rule. At the same time, they do not take into account that in the event of an accident, the driver of the car who violated the rules for using lighting devices can be found guilty along with the second participant in the accident, even if otherwise the collision was not his fault. Then you will have to try for a long time to appeal the decision of the traffic police and receive compensation from the insurance, and therefore you should not violate this seemingly unimportant requirement.
○ Penalty for a non-working headlight.
You can often see a "one-eyed" car on the road. Of course, we are talking about a car with one broken headlight. P 3.3 of the List of malfunctions and conditions under which operation is prohibited:
- “Do not work in the set mode or external lighting devices and retroreflectors are dirty.”
In this case, the driver does not violate the rules for the operation of lighting devices, and therefore he faces only a fine of 500 r. or verbal warning under Art. 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses:
- "1. Driving a vehicle in the presence of malfunctions or conditions under which, in accordance with the Basic Provisions for the admission of vehicles to operation and the duties of officials to ensure road safety, the operation of the vehicle is prohibited, with the exception of malfunctions and conditions specified in parts 2-7 of this article - entails a warning or the imposition of an administrative fine in the amount of five hundred roubles.
In addition, with such lighting, you cannot move around in the dark on poorly lit streets.
Recently, information has appeared about amendments to the traffic rules, allowing drivers not to turn on lights during the day. Is this really true, it helps to understand coordinator of the "Society of blue buckets" Petr Shkumatov.
Many people think that driving with fire during the day is stupid. However, only people who do not understand the specifics of life in big cities think this way. Under overpasses and in illuminated tunnels, it can be difficult to see cars in the rear-view mirrors, especially when their headlights are not on.
In addition, in bright sunny weather on city roads, glaring asphalt blinds drivers, and they stop seeing their neighbors in the mirrors. Bright low beam lights, breaking through the sparks of glare, help to significantly improve visibility, and with it, safety. Therefore, the use of low-beam headlights, even in very good light conditions, proved to be an effective remedy against minor accidents.
Good change - only spoil
“Now the old rules continue to apply, no new amendments to the traffic rules regarding lighting devices have been adopted,” says Petr Shkumatov. But one point is hidden in the traffic rules, around which disputes began.
The fact is that the last amendments to paragraph 19.5 of the SDA were approved in 2010. They significantly tightened the rules for the use of lighting devices on vehicles. If earlier cars were ordered to drive during the day with fire only outside the city, then in the new version of the SDA it has become mandatory inside the settlements. Meanwhile, 8 years ago, there was some relaxation. It was allowed to use daytime running lights instead of low beam headlights. Literally edited clause 19.5 of the SDA read: “During daylight, all moving vehicles must turn on dipped beam headlights or daytime running lights to indicate them.”
Apparently, the addition of "or daytime running lights" and produced so many discrepancies and interpretations. Some drivers felt that instead of bright dipped beam during the day, you can limit yourself to dim light bulbs. What does this lead to?
Dimensions are not running lights
On intercity highways, there are often situations when dirty cars visually merge with asphalt and are invisible at a distance of 200-300 meters. Overtaking requires twice the distance. And as a result, dirty "invisibles" in the oncoming lane appear from non-existence literally in front of the noses of drivers who have begun to overtake. These dirty ones are justified again by article 19.5 of the SDA.
However, modern running lights should not be confused with primitive dimensions. These are different things. Running lights were specially designed for daytime traffic, and the dimensions are used only to illuminate the car in the parking lot at the curb.
The confusion in terms arose due to the fact that by 2010, many automakers had introduced a new design of headlights with advanced functionality. In one block, both side lights and classic low beam, as well as high-beam, fog lights, as well as an adaptive spotlight, parking and running sections, were combined. To mark cars during the day, manufacturers have come up with additional LED sections with special lamps. Their brightness was not inferior to classic halogen lights. And the emergence of new tricky terms confused motorists.
Many drivers simply confused the technical concepts and began to consider themselves owners of cars with "running" lights. And if so, then the need for dipped beam disappears. It is important to remember here that new foreign blocks with running lights are still being installed on expensive premium models. They are not suitable for old VAZs, Volga and Moskvich.
Thus, the vast majority of cars in the Russian fleet are still prohibited from driving without dipped headlights both in the city and outside it. And no size can replace it.
For violation of the requirements of clause 19.5 of the SDA, a fine of 500 rubles is due, provided for in article 12.20 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation.
Regarding the headlights of a car and external lighting devices in general, it has not been introduced in our country for a long time. But more recently, an alleged change in the current traffic rules has appeared - the dipped headlights in the daytime in Russia can now be turned off, at least in the summer. According to various sources, the new norms come into force on April 1, 2018. Is it true? We figured out all the changes in the Rules and other regulations!
What's happened?
In mid-March 2018, the network was flooded with news that allegedly from April 1 another change comes into force: the obligation to turn on headlights during the day in Russia has been canceled. There are no references either to the initiators of the bill or to the official documents that change traffic rules. And the news was spread mainly through the Telegram and WhatsApp messengers.
According to the innovation, in our country, from April 1, there is no obligation to turn on the headlights during daylight hours - specifically the dipped beam and even daytime running lights. That is, something happened to paragraph 19.5 of the SDA, which reads:
during daylight hours on all moving vehicles in order to identify them low beam headlights or daytime running lights must be switched on.
According to various sources, the new law has the following types:
- according to the change, it is allowed not to turn on the dipped headlights during the day only in the summer or snowless season - from April 1 to September 30 of each year. The argument is simple: in summer, daylight hours are much longer than in winter, so there is simply no need to use lighting devices;
- you can not turn on the dipped beam, but daytime running lights are a must - a strange, in fact, statement, because today and without changes in traffic rules, this is prescribed;
- the included headlights in Russia were generally canceled in the daytime - that is, in any season on any car, you can not use external lighting devices (except turn signals, of course) during the day.
This is true?
No. It is not true. Low beam headlights or DRLs still need to be turned on during daylight hours. No new laws regarding external lighting devices have been introduced either since April 1, 2018, or ... even as far back as 2014. And changes specifically regarding the light are not planned.
What will you prove?
Everything is very simple. There are 2 possible "proofs".
Official publication of changes
Since the SDA is formally a by-law, approved by a decree of the Government of Russia, the changes are introduced by the relevant decrees. And to prove that there were no changes regarding lighting devices is easy, knowing how the regulations come into force:
- the resolution is introduced for discussion and adopted,
- further, the published change must be published on one of the official sites of legal information, and such are regulated by Presidential Decree No. 763 of May 23, 1996 on the procedure for the entry into force of legislative acts.
Paragraph 2 of this Decree tells us the following:
2. Acts of the President of the Russian Federation and acts of the Government of the Russian Federation within 10 days after the date of their signing are subject to official publication in Rossiyskaya Gazeta, the Collection of Legislation of the Russian Federation and on the Official Internet Portal of Legal Information (www.pravo.gov.ru), the functioning of which is provided by the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation.
Accordingly, by going to these sites, we will not find any official decisions there on changing the rules for driving during the day without dipped headlights from April 1, 2018:
- nor on the website of Rossiyskaya Gazeta,
- nor on the website of legal information.
What is true?
It was allowed to drive during the day without headlights - this is the truth. But not in Russia. The corresponding decree was issued by the authorities of Transnistria, an unrecognized state of the Moldavian Republic... 2 years ago
How this news suddenly spread to the traffic rules of Russia remains only a mystery. But the fact remains - in Pridnestrovie, indeed, from April 1 to September 30, you can not turn on the dipped headlights during the day (about this video), but Russian traffic rules have not changed in this regard.
Editions of traffic rules
Another argument against the change in the Rules of the Road is the revision of the SDA. With each change, a new edition takes effect. To date, the most up-to-date database on them is contained on the Consultant Plus website. And here you will find 3 editions: one - which entered into force on March 18, 2018, and 2 more - awaiting this.
But most importantly, none of them has section 19 of the SDA in the list of changes, which just concerns lighting devices.
- the revision, which came into force on March 18, introduced the mandatory requirement for reflective vests,
- the second will take effect on April 28 and marks the appearance of waffle markings at intersections,
- the third - from July 1 and will regulate the environmental class of cars.
As you can see, no changes have been introduced to the traffic rules since April 1, 2018, and you still need to turn on the headlights during the day.
How should lighting devices be used today?
So, traffic rules today regulate the following rules for using headlights.
Night time:
- near and / or rear PTF together with dimensions when parking on unlit sections of roads (the middle one is not necessary to turn on, but the dimensions are mandatory),
- only on unlit roads and only together with near or far.
Insufficient visibility(fog, rain, etc.):
- dipped beam or high beam (see conditions below when high beam must not be used) while driving,
Daylight hours(any of the above):
- Daytime Running Lights,
- dipped headlights,
The rear lights do not need to be turned on during the day.
Tunnels:
- low beam or high beam (see conditions below for not using high beam).
When not to use high beam headlights:
- on the illuminated road in settlements,
- closer than 150 meters from the oncoming lane,
- further than 150 meters from the oncoming lane, if the driver of the oncoming car blinks far,
- in any cases where you can blind the drivers.
It is not forbidden to directly blind pedestrians with distant traffic rules.
What is the fine if you drive during the day without headlights?
If you drive on December 24, 2019 without any light at all - regardless of whether it is a neighbor, DRL or fog lights, then you will be fined 500 rubles. This is provided for by the only article in the Code of Administrative Offenses - 12.20, which provides for penalties for any violation of the use of lighting devices - whether it is the absence of light during the day or the failure to turn on the turn signals during maneuvers.
Low beam headlights make the car more visible day and night. In many cases, this saves you from an accident. However, constantly working headlights lead to burnout of the bulbs, create an additional load on the battery, etc. Therefore, not every driver likes this. But if you know what the penalty for the non-included dipped beam is assigned by the traffic police, then there will be no desire to save on light bulbs.
What is considered a violation
There are many situations when it is necessary to use low beam:
The violation itself is expressed as follows:
- dipped beam not included;
- either side lights or high beams work instead.
What is the punishment
Fine
Most drivers are interested in the amount of the fine for driving without light during the day. Therefore, in the future, we will talk about these cases.
The amount of the sanction is 500 rub. (Article 12.20 of the administrative code).
However, if you do not appeal the decision and pay a fee within 20 days, then the amount is automatically reduced to 250 rub.
And, on the contrary, if you delay with payment for more than 70 days, then the amount may triple and reach 1500 rub. That is, the driver will be additionally issued a fine for delaying the main fine. You will get two protocols: for light (500 rubles) and for delay (1000 rubles).
Warning
When the motorist has no other violations, behaves correctly, acknowledged the fact of the violation, then the traffic police officer can issue a warning instead of a fine for driving without dipped beam.
Other sanctions
No other measures of influence on the driver are provided: neither the detention of the car, nor the parking lot, nor the suspension from driving, etc.
Substitute low beam
According to the rules of the road, you can drive with fog lights without dipped beam (clauses 19.4, 19.5 of the SDA). You can also use the daytime running light.
It will not be a violation if you turn on the dipped beam in combination with foglights and running lights.
But you should be aware that in some cars the head fog lights turn on in a single mode with the rear fog lights. This will already be a violation, since the rear ones are used only in unclear weather.
If the headlight does not work
When the driver has only one headlight on, then the traffic police officer will not impose a fine for driving without headlights on. But the driver faces a penalty for driving with a malfunction - a monetary sanction in the amount 500 rub. (part 1 of article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation).
If 2 headlights do not work, then there will be an addition of punishments (for light and for breakage).
Often, drivers attach their headlights (running, fog) abnormally. This will also be a reason for punishing the installation of non-constructive elements - 500 rub.
How is a violation recorded?
The issue of imposing a fine for not turning on the dipped beam is dealt with by the traffic police from detection to punishment.
As a rule, after a misconduct is detected on the spot, a decision on administrative responsibility is drawn up.
Not in all cases it is worth agreeing with the traffic police officer.
You can prove a violation of traffic rules for dipped headlights during the day if:
- there are witnesses to the crime;
- driving is recorded on video;
- The driver himself admits his guilt.
Therefore, if no evidence is presented, the driver can safely defend his truth. Such materials are easily challenged in court.
If the fact of violation is undeniable, one should strive to reduce everything to a warning. That is, do not conflict, talk about free driving, remind about the possibility of a warning, etc.
Why do you need headlights during the day
There are several reasons why you should turn on a light fixture:
- often a traffic police officer stops the driver because of the extinguished lights. And, in addition to a fine for driving without headlights, this becomes a reason to look for other violations;
- of course it's a safety issue. You are seen by both the other driver and the pedestrian, which will allow you to avoid many troubles on the road;
- when the light is on, the instrument panel in the cabin is also on. Such information is important to the motorist.
Cancellation of low beam use
Recently, changes have often been made to traffic rules, so many drivers have a question: do I need to turn on the headlights during the day in the city from 2018?
Indeed, the SDA has undergone a number of changes, but this has not affected the procedure for using lighting devices. Therefore, all this is from the category of rumors and assumptions.
So far, there are no prerequisites for this. The obligation to use headlights during the day has existed for 8 years. And from this only a positive effect.
Perhaps this will be removed. To do this, they will issue an official document that will contain information from what date it is possible not to turn on the dipped beam.
