Rules for stopping and parking
A pedestrian crossing is a part of a highway designated for pedestrians to safely cross the roadway. For additional convenience, the area is allocated. This is done using:
- Special markings on the road surface in the form of alternating stripes (zebras).
- Installation of road signs “Pedestrian crossing” in addition to markings.
The rules for stopping and parking vehicles are regulated by section 12 of the Traffic Rules. In accordance with it, stopping (stopping the movement of a vehicle for up to 5 minutes) and parking (stopping for more than 5 minutes) in the pedestrian crossing area is prohibited. It is allowed to stop a vehicle no closer than 5 meters before the marking. In its absence, the landmark indicating the boundaries of the pedestrian crossing zone is road signs.
How to park at a zebra crossing: choosing a place
When a car owner decides to park or stop his vehicle near markings intended for pedestrians, he needs to choose the right parking spot. In this case, it is very important to pay attention to road signs that may prohibit or, conversely, permit certain road maneuvers.
Thus, some signs may prohibit parking or temporary parking of vehicles in the immediate vicinity of such zones, within the distance specified in the traffic rules.
In the absence of such road signs, parking must comply with all legal requirements. At the same time, there are some prohibitions on performing such a road maneuver.
Thus, parking and temporary stopping of a vehicle is prohibited in the following cases:
- on tram tracks and in close proximity to them;
- at railway crossings and highways;
- on bridges;
- in tunnels;
- at pedestrian crossings and at a distance of 5 meters from a zebra crossing;
- in all other places where there is constant and dense movement of vehicles, and they are difficult to see.
The only exception for temporary parking in the places discussed above is an emergency situation, a breakdown of the vehicle, or poor health of the driver or the people in the car with him. You can perform a similar road maneuver for a few minutes to disembark and pick up passengers. But it is extremely undesirable to delay this process.
Stopping machines for such purposes must be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the legislative framework, the rules of which regulate the conduct of such a maneuver.
When is it permissible to stop in a pedestrian crossing area?
In some cases, it is permitted to stop/leave a vehicle in a pedestrian crossing area:
- after crossing the markings (permissible when driving in your own lane);
- immediately before/five meters after a pedestrian crossing on the left side of the road (with two lanes), provided that the vehicle does not block the view of drivers and does not create an obstacle to the movement of pedestrians.
The rules allow a forced stop at a pedestrian crossing or in its immediate vicinity. In this case, the driver must turn off the emergency signal and try again to start the engine. In case of failure, it is necessary to move the car beyond the limits of the “Pedestrian Crossing” sign manually or with the assistance of third parties. Next, you need to act according to the situation: install an emergency stop sign and call repairmen or carry out repair work yourself.
The driver also has the right to stop driving due to poor health. Formally, in this situation, the traffic police officer cannot issue a fine, but at the same time he has the right to offer assistance and call an ambulance. If the offender refuses, the inspector may have doubts about the veracity of his actions and will be regarded as deception.
Some tips
As we see, part 3 of Art. 12.19. The law allows only one case when the driver is exempt from liability - a forced stop.
What to do in such cases:
- move the vehicle to a place where stopping is not prohibited (if possible);
- if moving is not possible, it is necessary to turn on the hazard warning lights, as in the case of an accident (clause 7.1 of the Regulations) and install an emergency parking sign at a distance of at least 15 meters from the vehicle (clause 7.2 of the Regulations).
So, for stopping or parking at a pedestrian crossing, the driver faces a fine of 1 thousand rubles.
If this offense is committed in Moscow or St. Petersburg, penalties increase by 3 times. The punishment will follow regardless of whether the driver stopped before or after the crossing.
Fine for stopping at a pedestrian crossing
If a driver, neglecting traffic rules, stops a vehicle at a pedestrian crossing marking, he may be held administratively liable. In this case, Article 12.19 of the Code of Administrative Offenses
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It provides for punishment in the form of a fine in the amount of 1000 rubles
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If the violation occurred in a city of federal significance (Moscow, St. Petersburg), the amount of the administrative fine increases to 3,000 rubles
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Also, the traffic police inspector has the authority to issue a report on the detention of the vehicle with its subsequent evacuation from the scene of the incident. This is done in the case when the driver is not present at the time the violation is recorded.
The very fact of moving the car to the impound lot increases the driver's costs. He is financially responsible for transportation by a tow truck and maintaining the car at the impound site. He undertakes to compensate all costs in accordance with current tariffs. Payment is required. It can be paid after receiving the car along with the amount of the fine.
What do lawyers advise?
The Code of Administrative Offenses states verbatim that stopping at markings intended for pedestrians is only possible if forced. If your car accidentally stalls at a zebra crossing, you need to turn on the hazard lights and try to start the car.
In the event that a serious breakdown occurs, experts advise adhering to the following algorithm of actions:
- We manually try to roll the vehicle away from the coverage area of the marking signs.
- We put up an emergency stop sign.
- We turn on the emergency alarm.
- We call for help.
- If possible, we try to revive the car ourselves.
Remember that at a zebra crossing, priority always goes to the person crossing the roadway. Follow traffic rules, be careful and you will not have to replenish the state treasury with your personal funds. Good luck!
How to appeal a penalty
The driver has the right to appeal the imposition of a fine in a number of cases:
- facts confirming the unlawful action of traffic inspectors;
- errors and inaccuracies in the protocol that contradict the real situation;
- documentary data confirming the driver’s absence of guilt (photos, videos, witness statements).
The complaint must be drawn up and filed within 10 days after drawing up the incident report. It is sent to the head of the regional traffic police department or to the court at the place of residence (registration). If a citizen missed this deadline, he also has the right to file a petition to restore the deadline for filing an appeal. In controversial situations, professional legal support may be required.
How to pay
According to Part 3 of Art. 32.2. Law, payment can be made through:
- credit organizations;
- bank payment agents;
- bank payment subagents;
- Russian Post.
Popular payment methods:
- in any bank using the details specified in the resolution;
- through online services that allow you to instantly check and pay fines - Sberbank Online, Fines Mail. ru, Yandex. Fines, public services, etc.
Is it possible to pay half the price?
In part 1.3. Art. 32.2. Code among the list of articles for which the 50 percent discount does not apply, Art. 12.19. not shown.
This means that the fine for stopping at a crossing is reduced by half if paid within 20 days after the fine is issued, that is, it will be only 500 rubles.
If you miss the 20-day grace period, you will have to pay the fine in full - that is, 1000 rubles. It should be remembered that the standard period for paying a fine is 60 days from the date the resolution enters into legal force.
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Traffic rules provide for situations when you can stop not only near a pedestrian crossing, but also on it. However, not all motorists know when this is allowed and when it is prohibited.
In order not to violate the established rules, it is necessary to understand how many meters in front of the sign 5.19.1 “Pedestrian crossing” you can stand, what punishment the violator faces, and how to properly park cars near the crossing.
Is it possible to stop at a pedestrian crossing to drop off passengers?
The traffic rules (clause 12.4) indicate that it is not allowed to stop the car at the crossing. This cannot be done at a distance closer than 5 meters .
The paragraph contains no exceptions to this rule. the driver does not have the right to stop to drop off passengers at a pedestrian crossing .
Is parking allowed in the area covered by sign 5.19.1?
According to the traffic rules (clause 12.4), stopping a vehicle is prohibited at pedestrian crossings, as well as at a distance of up to 5 meters in front of them. In paragraph 12.
5 of the Rules states that parking of vehicles is prohibited in those places where stopping is not permitted.
Thus, the answer to the question is negative: you cannot stop for a short time or park for a long time at a pedestrian crossing.
What is the fine for stopping at or near a crosswalk in 2021?
The Code of Administrative Offenses (clause 3 of Article 12.19) states that a fine of 1,000 rubles is imposed for parking and stopping at or near a crossing.
St. Petersburg and Moscow are cities of federal significance. For them, paragraph 6 of this article applies, which states that violators here face a larger fine, namely 3,000 rubles.
Is there a discount on payment?
Yes . Clause 1.3 of Article 32.2 of the Code of Administrative Offenses allows you to pay half of the imposed fine if the funds are transferred within 20 days. This does not apply to all types of administrative sanctions; there are exceptions. But they do not apply to parking at a pedestrian crossing. Therefore, for this violation you can pay 50% if the specified period is met.
20 days are counted from the date of drawing up the protocol and signing it by the violator. If he received the document late, the deadline can be restored by contacting the organization that compiled it, or the court.
Do they have the right to tow a car before a pedestrian crossing?
Yes . Article 27.13 of the Code of Administrative Offenses gives traffic police officers the right to remove a car from the scene of a violation if it is left on or near a pedestrian crossing. At the same time, inspection staff are not required to notify the owner that the car has been detained. The car enthusiast will receive it back only after paying for the services of a tow truck and keeping the car in the impound lot.
If the driver discovers that the car is not at the place where he left it, he needs to call the duty station of the State Traffic Inspectorate, where they will provide all the information.
In what situations is a motorist not held liable?
It may happen that the driver has to stop at some place, including at a pedestrian crossing. For example, if the engine stalls and the driver tries to start the car again. Paragraph 12.6 of the traffic rules allows you to do this during a forced stop.
What is a forced stop?
Let's turn to part 1 of the Rules of the Road. There is a definition of this concept. This is the cessation of vehicle movement for the following reasons:
- the cargo transported on the vehicle creates a danger;
- technical malfunction;
- the occurrence of an obstacle in the direction of travel;
- poor health of the driver or his passenger.
In these cases, first of all, it is necessary to turn on the emergency lights . Only after this can any action be taken. For example, if the car stalled, the procedure would be as follows:
- We turn on the emergency lights.
- We are trying to start the car.
- If it doesn’t start, we roll the car away from the transition zone, put up a sign and take measures to eliminate the problem ourselves or with the help of technical service.
Despite the fact that in such a situation the driver has the right to stop near a pedestrian crossing, it should be understood that the pedestrian always has priority there. Care must be taken to avoid putting him in danger.
Parking and stopping rules
Traffic rules allow stopping near the crossing markings 1.14.1 - 1.14.2 as follows:
- before the crossing, the distance must be at least 5 meters to the beginning of the pedestrian zone;
- It is not necessary to maintain such a distance behind a pedestrian crossing.
Markup 1.14.1
Markup 1.14.2
By stopping just before a crossing, a car prevents drivers of other vehicles from seeing pedestrians, which can lead to an accident.
If there is an intersection in front of the zebra crossing, then the required 5 meters are calculated before the intersection.
5 meters - the distance from and to the zebra crossing according to traffic regulations
Based on the above, as well as on the basis of 12.4 of the traffic rules, stopping or parking is only allowed no closer than 5 meters to the pedestrian crossing. However, first you should make sure that sign 3.27 “Stopping is prohibited” is absent.
How is the distance between the sign and the car calculated?
Paragraph 12.4 of the traffic rules does not determine exactly how 5 meters should be counted before crossing. It only indicates the distance. Therefore, you should refer to paragraph.
1 of the Rules, which provides the definition of a pedestrian crossing. This is a section of the road on which special markings 1.14.1 - 1.14.2 (“zebra crossing”) are applied or it is marked with the corresponding road sign 5.19.1 and 5.19.2.
