What happens if I run a red light?
March 22, 2024 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Jenny König
Dear traffic lawyer,
I hope you can help me with my concern. Recently, I accidentally ran a red light and now I am very worried about the possible consequences.
The situation was as follows: I was on my way to work and was in a hurry because I was already running late. As I approached the traffic light, it suddenly turned red and I couldn't stop in time. In my panic, I decided to quickly drive through the intersection even though the light was already red.
Now I wonder what exactly happens when you run a red light. Can I be held accountable and if so, what consequences should I expect? Should I expect a fine, points on my license, or even a driving ban? I am very concerned about what could happen to me and how best to handle the situation.
Can you please explain to me what legal steps could be taken against me and what actions I should take to mitigate the consequences of my misconduct? I am grateful for any help and support, as I am truly worried about the potential consequences of my violation of traffic rules.
Thank you in advance for your support and I look forward to your response.
Sincerely,
Ella Kock
Dear Ms. Kock,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding running a red light. I understand that you are concerned about the possible consequences and I will do my best to assist you with your issue.
Running a red light is a violation of traffic rules, specifically a violation of § 37 para. 2 of the Road Traffic Regulations (StVO). This can have serious legal consequences. It is usually referred to as a "red light violation" and can result in a fine, points on your driving record in Flensburg, and under certain circumstances, even a driving ban.
The fine for running a red light is usually at least 90€ and up to 3 points can be added to your record in Flensburg. In particularly serious cases, for example, if other road users were endangered by the red light violation, a driving ban of up to one month can also be imposed.
To mitigate the consequences of your wrongdoing, I recommend that you contact the authorities immediately. If you receive a fine notice, you usually have the opportunity to lodge an objection within a certain period. It may also be advisable to consult a traffic law attorney to represent your rights to the best of your ability and clarify possible legal steps.
It is important that you are cooperative and do not trivialize the incident. Show remorse and explain your perspective. Depending on how you behave and how serious the violation was, the consequences can vary.
I hope that I was able to help you with this information. If you have any further questions or need legal assistance, I am at your disposal.
Sincerely,
Jenny König
Traffic Law Attorney
