On the evening of October 18 and 19, State Police officers monitored traffic safety and compliance with general road traffic rules on the Riga-Jelgava-Lithuanian border road, where they recorded a total of 16 drivers who brazenly violated the permitted driving speed. The fixed speed violations ranged from 139 km/h to 176 km/h.
All 16 speed breakers were stopped and brought to administrative responsibility for the violations committed – nine drivers were banned from driving for three months without a fine, two drivers who drove at 144 and 158 km/h with the permitted 90 km/h were banned a fine and a ban on driving for nine months.
On the other hand, three drivers who violated the permitted driving speed by more than 70 km/h have been deprived of the right to drive a vehicle – in one case, a driver of a “BMW” car drove at 148 km/h at the permitted speed of 70 km/h, for this violation a fine of 1900 was applied in the amount of euros. A driver of a “Mercedes Benz” drove at 176 km/h instead of the permitted 90 km/h, for which a fine of 1750 euros was applied. Another driver of a “Mercedes Benz” drove at 170 km/h instead of the permitted 90 km/h, for which a fine of 1,400 euros was applied.
It should be noted that for exceeding the permitted driving speed by more than 70 kilometers per hour, a fine of 1,400 to 2,000 euros is applied to the driver and the right to drive vehicles is revoked for a period of 12 to 36 months.
The State Police supervises road users on a daily basis in order to prevent drivers from making dangerous maneuvers and exceeding the permitted speed limit, as well as to make each driver think whether the risk posed by exceeding the permitted speed limit justifies the possible threats to his own safety and that of those around him.
Speed Demons: The Riga-Jelgava Highway Chronicles
Well, well, well! If it isn’t the speed demons of the Riga-Jelgava-Lithuanian border road making their grand entrance! It’s almost as if these drivers think they’re auditioning for a Fast & Furious sequel—except there’s not a stunt double in sight! On the evenings of October 18 and 19, our vigilant State Police decided to play a little game of ‘catch me if you can’ and guess what? They caught 16 drivers who apparently didn’t get the memo about speed limits! Who needs traffic laws when you’ve got a revved-up engine and a false sense of invincibility, right?
These speedsters weren’t just flirting with the limit; they were practically making love to it! Speed violations ranged from a sprightly 139 km/h to a staggering 176 km/h, busting that 90 km/h limit like it was a piñata at a child’s birthday bash—no leftover candy here, just a heaping dose of tickets!
The Penalties: A Crash Course in the Law
Now, let’s talk penalties! Of the 16 caught red-handed, nine drivers received a delightful three-month ban from driving, but surprise! No fine. I guess you could say those lucky few got off the hook quicker than you can say “let’s break the speed limit again!”
Two others, however, weren’t quite so fortunate—driving at 144 and 158 km/h really does put a dent in your confidence… and your wallet! They received both a fine and a longer drive-free sentence of nine months. It’s like a speed limit-themed reality show: “So you think you can drive?” Spoiler alert: you can’t!
And then there are the three lovely individuals who completely disregarded the idea of ‘staying within the lanes’ by exceeding the speed limit by more than a staggering 70 km/h. One brave soul in a BMW thought it would be a good idea to zoom past at 148 km/h in a 70 km/h zone. His penalty? A fine of €1,900—as if we’re not trying to save the planet. Meanwhile, a couple of daring souls in their trusty Mercedes Benz rides thought they were on the autobahn, blitzing along at 176 km/h and 170 km/h. Their wallets weepingly lighter, they received fines of €1,750 and €1,400, respectively. Who needs a bank account, right?
A Costly Lesson in Road Awareness
Now let’s break down that fine structure, shall we? If you exceed the speed limit by more than 70 km/h, you can expect a fine anywhere between €1,400 and €2,000. Oh, and because we’re not just about monetary penalties, revoking your driving rights for 12 to 36 months also seems to be on the menu! I mean, nothing says “wake-up call” like losing your license and wallet in one fell swoop. The police certainly know how to hit where it hurts!
The State Police are on a daily mission, keeping roads safer than a bubble-wrapped room full of toddlers. And rightly so! If you’re gunning for a record on those roads, you might want to think twice. The risk versus reward calculation seems to scream “Please, for the love of speed limits, think about your own safety—and that of others!”
To all the wannabe race car drivers out there: next time you feel the urge to channel your inner Usain Bolt behind the wheel, take a moment to consider if your need for speed is worth the smackdown from the law. Because let’s be honest, no one wants to become the punchline of a police report… or worse, a road safety campaign!
In summary, for those driving the Riga-Jelgava road on a spree of speed, just remember—there are no medals for speeding, only fines, bans, and plenty of public embarrassment. Drive safe, folks!
On the evenings of October 18 and 19, vigilant officers from the State Police diligently monitored traffic safety and adherence to fundamental road traffic regulations along the busy Riga-Jelgava-Lithuanian border route. During this operation, they recorded a concerning total of 16 drivers who blatantly disregarded the legal speed limits, with recorded speeds ranging from a staggering 139 km/h to an alarming 176 km/h, far exceeding the permitted limits.
All 16 speed violators were promptly intercepted and subjected to administrative penalties for their reckless behavior on the roads. Among them, nine drivers faced a three-month driving prohibition, albeit without any monetary fines. However, two offenders who were caught driving at excessive speeds of 144 km/h and 158 km/h, while the legal limit was set at 90 km/h, not only received a fine but also experienced a nine-month suspension of their driving privileges.
In a striking regulatory action, three individuals who grossly exceeded the legal speed limit by more than 70 km/h had their driving rights revoked entirely. Notably, one instance involved a BMW driver who was clocked at a dangerous speed of 148 km/h where only 70 km/h was allowed, incurring a hefty fine of 1,900 euros for this egregious infraction. Additionally, a Mercedes Benz driver, recorded at 176 km/h instead of the lawful 90 km/h, faced a financial penalty amounting to 1,750 euros, while another Mercedes Benz operator, caught driving at an extreme 170 km/h, was required to pay a fine of 1,400 euros.
It’s crucial to emphasize that infractions involving speed limits exceeding the permitted amount by more than 70 kilometers per hour result in significant fines ranging from 1,400 to 2,000 euros, coupled with a revocation of driving rights for a period between 12 and 36 months. This stringent regulation reinforces the gravity of such violations and the consequences for offenders.
The State Police are committed to supervising road users on a daily basis to deter dangerous maneuvers and excessive speeding. Their efforts aim to instill a sense of responsibility among drivers, prompting them to weigh the risks associated with exceeding speed limits against the potential threats to their own safety and that of other roadway users.
