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 appeared in the current traffic rules - dipped headlights in daytime days in Russia can now be omitted, at least in summer time. Valid according to various sources new law comes into force on April 1, 2018. Is this 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, canceling the obligation to turn on headlights during the day in Russia. There are no references to either the initiators of the bill or to the official changers. traffic rules documents. And the news was spread mainly through the Telegram and WhatsApp messengers.
According to the innovation, in our country, from April 1, turn on the headlights in daylight hours- Specifically low beam and even daytime running lights - no obligation. 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:
- the change extends the permission 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 introduced by a decree of the Government of Russia, then 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 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 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:
- neither on the site 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 changing the Rules traffic- edition of traffic rules. With every change comes into effect new edition. 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 environmental class 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 following rules use of headlights.
Night time:
- near and / or rear PTF together with the dimensions when parking on unlit sections of roads (the middle one is not necessary to include, but the dimensions are mandatory),
- only on unlit roads and only together with near or far.
Insufficient visibility(fog, rain, etc.):
- near or high beam(see below the conditions when you cannot use the high beam) when 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 February 19, 2019 without any light at all - regardless of whether it is a neighbor, DRL or fog lights, then you will face a fine of 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.
Terrible news for motorists comes from Tambov. Violations fixation cameras sent fines for not turning on the low beam throughout the year. As the check found out, the camera program did not work correctly. Innovations have appeared in 2019, so if you do not want to receive fines for dipped beam, read the article.
Three days ago Andrey from Moscow asked me a question. He was reimbursed that he was issued a ticket for non-working dipped headlights. He was very indignant and wanted to appeal this in court. I explained to him that now they really can be punished for this.
For several years now, a rule has been in force in Russia, according to which drivers must drive with the dipped beam on or with fog lights. Moreover, this rule applies at any time of the day and in any weather.
Driving without low beam
Now even in driving schools they teach that immediately when getting into a car, you need to turn on the dipped beam. If this is not done, you may be stopped by traffic police inspectors. Under current law, you will be fined 500 rubles.
It may seem that the amount of the fine is not very large. Just remember, if an accident occurs, and you will be without the low beam on, you will be recognized as the culprit of the accident. In this case, you will not be able to get off with one fine. You will have to deal with the insurance company about compensation for the cost of repairs.
In addition, the conclusion of a new OSAGO or Casco contract for the next year will cost you much more.
I recommend to be careful this rule. Usually, drivers forget to turn on the dipped beam during the day, when it is not bright outside. If you are driving through a built-up area, do not forget to switch the high beam to the low beam.
Burnt out light bulb
If you have one or two bulbs burned out, then you are also violating the rules of the road. IN this case you are not allowed to drive a vehicle that is not in good condition. For this, a fine of 500 rubles is provided.
LED bulbs
Some drivers like to drive with rear fog lights on all the time. It is unacceptable. You can only use them in poor visibility conditions. Although you can use the front fog lights.
Please note that there are certain lamps installed at the factory that you can use. If you decide to replace them with more powerful ones, you can also be fined for this.
If you want to make any changes, then consult with specialists and traffic police officers. You can get permission from them to use a certain type of headlight.
According to statistics, the included low beam helps to make the situation on the road safer. The number of accidents is decreasing. This is especially noticeable when driving. gray car on a cloudy day. Without dipped beam, it can easily be overlooked.
If you hit a good inspector, you can finish with the usual warning, without receiving a fine.
Remember, if you constantly drive with the dipped beam on, after 3-4 years you will completely burn out the reflector in the headlights. They will need to be replaced in this case. It is for this reason that during the day and during daylight hours it is better to ride on fog lights.
The cost of replacing fog lights is much cheaper than replacing low beams.
If you have the opportunity, you can install daytime running lights. Many cars now have them installed directly at the factory. With them, you definitely will not forget about turning on the headlights. They work according to the following principle. As soon as you start the car, they immediately turn on automatically.
Questions and answers
Sergey
Is it possible to put LED bulbs low beam in the car?
Answer
If this is provided for by the design, then such lamps can be installed. If not provided, then you can only install lamps of the type that the manufacturer installed.
Ivan
Traffic police officers stopped and issued a fine for not turning on the low beam. At the same time, my headlights were on. I wrote about this in the notes to the protocol. What to do next?
Answer
You can appeal such a protocol in court. It is best to contact a lawyer so that he studies the documents on your situation in more detail.
Alexei
Stopped by the traffic police, indicated that the low beam does not work. We started to make a protocol. The headlights did not really work at that moment, apparently the fuse moved a little. I fiddled around a bit and it worked. But the staff still filed the protocol. How can you complain?
Answer
You can prepare documents and go to court to appeal. But in your situation, chances are low. You do not deny that at the moment of stopping the headlights were not working. You should have checked the headlights before leaving and repaired the damage.
Andrey
I was driving on a sunny day in the city with the dipped beam off. I was stopped by a traffic police officer. I drew up a protocol and issued a fine of 500 rubles. Is it allowed?
Answer
In your situation, the employee could issue a fine or give a warning. He issued a fine, it is allowed by law. If you do not agree, appeal in court.
UPD: This information is just a rumor, this moment dipped headlights obligatory for all drivers, both in populated and non-populated areas of Russia.
For driving a car in the daytime without lights on, a fine of 500 rubles is provided. However, things may change soon! There were rumors that they want to allow not to turn on the headlights during the day from April 1, 2018 to September 30, but the law has not yet been adopted (as of early April).
The use of dipped beam, regardless of the time of day, became mandatory from November 20, 2010. The explanation is simple - a car with the headlights on becomes many times more noticeable on the road, which in turn reduces the accident rate. Despite this, there was news that in the daytime when driving in the village it will be possible not to turn on lighting but only until September 30th. This is due to the increase in daylight hours, inspectors say.
A car with the lights on is more visible on the road, thereby reducing the number of accidents due to banal inattention to almost zero!
Requirements for the use of lighting devices are listed in paragraph 19 of the traffic rules of the Russian Federation. Yes, in dark time days and under conditions insufficient visibility turning on the headlights is a must! The dipped beam must also be turned on when driving in a tunnel. The rules of the road do not prohibit the use of fog lights instead of low beam or in conjunction with it, but only in conditions of poor visibility.
Do not abuse the high beam, especially if there are cars on oncoming lane, because it can provoke an emergency!
Sanctions for ignoring the rules for using lighting devices are provided for in Article 12.20 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. The violator will face a fine of 500 rubles, but there is a chance to get off with a verbal warning.
If during an accident it is established that an innocent person violated the rules for using light devices, then both drivers will be named the culprits of the incident!
What do car owners think?
The news that from April 1, 2018 it is not necessary to turn on the dipped headlights during the day, drivers perceived it differently.
Many people think that sunlight is enough to notice a moving car. There are those who are sure that the included headlights attract the attention of both drivers and pedestrians, so such amendments are not needed. Some argue that such an innovation is useless by the fact that in many civilized countries the lights are always on while driving, moreover, almost all cars in standard equipment have the option of turning on the headlights at the same time as starting the engine.
TOP violations related to the use of lighting devices
Prior to the entry into force of the amendments, the most common violation in the use of lighting devices was turning off the headlights during the daytime. In addition, drivers
- abuse the high beam;
- misused use "fog";
- include only parking lights during the dark hours of the day.
We repeat, the law on the abolition of the inclusion of dipped-beam headlights in the daytime has not yet been adopted, despite talk about it.
According to the traffic rules, the operation of a car with switched off or missing lighting devices both in the city and outside the city is currently prohibited. This prohibition also applies to side lights that are not turned on at the back. Therefore, if a traffic police officer finds you have such a violation, then you cannot avoid a fine.
Changes to the SDA, which relate to the use of lighting devices, were introduced back in 2010. Now, at any time of the day and under any visibility conditions on the road, the dipped beam should always be on. The need to adopt such an amendment to the SDA is due to the fact that a car with lights on on the road more visible to others, so the number of emergencies associated with inattention is minimized. And most importantly, the expected trend was confirmed in practice and the number of accidents on the roads in the daytime has significantly decreased.
However, most drivers do not comply with the legal requirements. The reason for this may be a banal inattention, a technical malfunction of the car or another reason. However, regardless of this, in case of violation, the driver faces punishment.
When can a driver be fined, and is it possible?
To avoid a fine for misapplication lighting fixtures, the driver must drive with headlights on at any time of the day. If this condition is not met, he will be punished with a fine. In addition, in case of violation of the rules for operating the car in the event of an accident, both participants will be recognized as the perpetrators. Even if only one person breaks the rules. The reason for making such a decision may be a failed headlight.
Penalties for incorrect use of dipped beam headlights can be different reasons. The following describes the most e frequently occurring situations for which you can be fined:
- Use in the village high beam.
- Incorrect use of rear fog lights.
- Application running lights in evening time.
- The dipped beam is not turned on during the day.
And now about everything in more detail:
- Use in the village high beam. When entering a built-up area or on a well-lit road, the driver must switch from high beam to low beam. Otherwise, he will be fined.
- Incorrect use of rear fog lights. They are additional lighting fixtures that can only be used in low visibility conditions. In any other scenario, it will be considered an offense with further sanctions.
- The use of running lights in the evening. In cars equipped with running lights, you need to turn on the dipped beam at night. At the same time, running daytime lights must be installed in accordance with all the requirements of GOST. In this case, we are talking about their territorial location. Light characteristics are also taken into account. Correct position of the headlights of this type It is able to provide high-quality illumination of the road and will not dazzle oncoming drivers.
- Dipped beam is turned off during the day. Most drivers, when driving during the day, forget about the need to turn on the low beam headlights. Some models have electronic system management, which automatic mode turns on the lights when starting the car.
Features of the use of regular daytime running lights
by design vehicle Daytime Running Lights may not be available on all models. As for their self-installation, this can also lead to a fine. And even if, when examined by a traffic police instructor, such design changes are not detected, they will be detected during a scheduled inspection. To prevent these actions from being regarded as an offense, the driver will first need to obtain the appropriate permission from the authorities for the installation of daytime running lights. Those models of cars where the design provides for daytime running lights can drive without fear that they will be fined.
In addition, for standard system lighting is characterized by a different mode of operation - they turn on automatically when the engine is started. When the low beam headlights are activated, the standard daytime running lights contribute to a reduction in power and are already used as additional dimensions.
Please note that when the standard daytime running lights are on, they are not entitled to a fine for driving with the lights off.
Daytime running lights
Instead of daytime running lights, the driver can turn on the fog lights. Based on clause 19.4 in traffic rules, they can be applied under conditions limited visibility. They can also be used at night on unlit roads or instead of low beam headlights as an alternative to daytime running lights. And this means that the operation of the car with the fog lights on during the day will not be regarded as an offense.
Punishment for unplugged lights
The fine for operating a car without dipped beam on for 2016 is 500 rubles. This rule is spelled out in article 12.20, which refers to the violation of the rules for the use of external lighting devices. It is also possible that the driver can get off with a verbal warning, but only on the condition that such inattention of the driver did not lead to an accident. Otherwise, the amount of the fine may increase.
Can I be fined for a broken headlight?
If for some reason one of the dipped beam headlights does not light up in the car, then this is also may result in a fine. At the same time, the interpretation of such a situation may differ slightly from the case described above. In this case, the driver did not violate the rules for the operation of lighting devices. A violation here is a malfunction of the headlight, as well as conditions prohibiting the operation of the car.
At technical malfunctions, because of which the low beam is turned off, according to Article 12.5 of the Code of Administrative Offenses, part 1, the violator will be punished with a fine of 500 rubles in connection with non-working or dirty lighting device. In addition, pay attention to paragraph 2.3.1. SDA, which states that driving with faulty or missing lighting devices at night or with low visibility can be positioned as an offense.
What is the result
The fine for a burned-out dipped beam lamp or an inoperative headlight is not the highest. But, despite this, the driver is obliged to unquestioningly comply with any rule and drive according to the rules without violating them. After all, the included lighting devices make your car more visible on the road at any time of the day, so that the likelihood of creating emergency situations is reduced to a minimum.
09/28/2017 (updated)
In connection with the onset of autumn 2017, many drivers began to worry about the following questions: When is it necessary to turn on the dipped beam and are they fined for not turning on the signal? When to change from winter tires for summer? And other seasonal nuances associated with vehicles.
About "reshaping" I have described in detail. In the same article, I wrote about the penalties associated with low beam, as well as about the various nuances of this direction.
Low beam headlights and daytime running lights 2017.
According to current traffic rules, namely Art. 9.8., indeed there is such a requirement for warning signals and even specific deadlines are indicated. It sounds like this:
From 1 October to 1 May on all motor vehicles outside settlements daytime running lights (DRL) must be switched on, and in case of their absence in the vehicle design, dipped headlights.
To make it completely clear - in the same Rules there is even a specification of the definition in Article 1.10, what is meant by DRL:
Daytime running lights - external lighting fixtures white color, provided for by the design of the vehicle, installed in front of the vehicle and designed to improve the visibility of the vehicle during its movement during daylight hours.
Wherein fog lights (PTF) do not apply to such signals. Just in case, I attached a scan of the letter of explanation from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Central Road Traffic Safety Inspectorate and the AC. Do not fantasize and conjecture what is not in the Rules. You can turn on both the dipped beam and the DRL at the same time - this is not prohibited. You can also PTF there, and parking lights. But in any case, at least either DRL or near should be included in the specified period.
And we will not delve into the differences between the signals at night, during insufficient visibility and during this period. The topic is not about that.
Penalties in Ukraine for not turning on the dipped beam in 2017.
Naturally, next question, after finding out whether it is necessary or not, is - Are there any fines for not turning on the low beam? By the way, appeared the new kind insurance- . Everyone must read! The cost is only 150 UAH per year!
And indeed - our current legislation of Ukraine provides for the amount of fines for the absence of included warning signals. Only there is a nuance in the wording of this situation in the Code of Administrative Offenses, namely, a “clause” that the signals should not be turned on all the time, but only when the vehicle starts moving or when it changes direction. So the rest of the time - this is not a violation and the authorized bodies do not have the right to issue a fine, but they can issue a warning. I quote the exact wording of Art. 122, part 2 of the Code of Ukraine:
Destroyed by the waters of transport facilities ... rules ..., corystuvannya with ovnіshnіshnіshnіshі illuminating devices, or by forward signals at the beginning of the ruhu chi change yogo directly, ..., - pull behind you an invoice for a fine of twenty five to thirty non-compliances of minimum incomes.
At the moment such the fine is equivalent to the amount from 425 to 510 hryvnia.
Deprivation of the right to drive for violation of traffic rules on passing light.
But all of the above applies to the situation if the driver was simply stopped by a traffic cop for traffic violation. But if specifically because of this violation occurred emergency situation, then there the fine automatically increases to 680-850 UAH. And even possible deprivation driving license for a period of six months to 1 year. This is spelled out in the same article, in the fourth part, namely:
Порушення, передбачені частинами першою, другою або третьою цієї статті, що спричинили створення аварійної обстановки, а саме: примусили інших учасників дорожнього руху різко змінити швидкість, напрямок руху або вжити інших заходів щодо забезпечення особистої безпеки або безпеки інших громадян, що підтверджені фактичними даними, а саме: поясненнями особи, яка притягається до адміністративної відповідальності, потерпілого, свідків, показань технічних приладів та засобів фото- і відеоспостереження та іншими документами, - тягнуть за собою накладення штрафу від сорока до п'ятдесяти неоподатковуваних мінімумів доходів громадян або позбавлення права керування транспортними assignments per line from six months to one year.
For lovers of original sources of information - on the main page of the site Your Insurance Consultant there is a list of links to useful sites - there you can find SDA of Ukraine, and the Code of administrative offenses with all edits.
Now you are aware of the legal nuances and the need to turn on the dipped beam or DRL on your transport during the so-called "winter" period in Ukraine. Many drivers in the "summer" time also drive with the dipped beam on and even in the city, justifying this by increasing their own security. And there is logic in this. After all, the car becomes more visible on the road, and this increases the likelihood that you will be seen by other road users. The main thing is not to forget to turn off the light when leaving the car, so as not to be surprised later by a discharged battery with all the ensuing consequences.
Good luck on the roads at any time of the year!
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