Liikenteen valvonnasta määrättävät seuraamukset
- 1/25If a rider exceeds the speed limit by up to 15 km/h
Minor speeding is fined €200–€400 and adds 2 demerit points to discourage careless driving habits and reinforce safe speed compliance.
If a rider speeds by 16–30 km/h
Moderate speeding violations result in fines of €400–€800 and 3 points on the rider’s record due to the increased risk of collision.
If speeding over 30 km/h
Severe speeding over 30 km/h leads to fines exceeding €1,000 and immediate licence suspension to prevent dangerous riding behaviour.
If caught for reckless driving
Reckless driving is fined €1,000–€3,000, adds 4 points, and may include criminal charges due to the high risk posed to public safety.
If 12 points are reached in 2 years
Accumulating 12 demerit points within 2 years results in automatic licence suspension and mandatory retraining before reinstatement.
If riding without insurance
Riding without valid insurance results in a €1,000 fine and a ban on using the vehicle until proof of coverage is provided.
If a rider runs a red light
Disregarding red lights incurs a €400–€600 fine and 2 points because it significantly increases the chance of intersection crashes.
If a stop sign is ignored
Ignoring a stop sign is fined €400–€500 and adds 2 points since it violates priority rules and endangers cross traffic.
If caught under the influence (DUI)
DUI is punished with income-based day fines, automatic suspension, and possible imprisonment due to serious road safety risks.
If using a phone without hands-free
Using a mobile phone while riding is fined €200–€300 and 1 point because it distracts the rider and delays reaction time.
If riding without a helmet
Not wearing a helmet is fined €200 and adds 1 point, enforcing Finland’s strict protective gear requirements for riders.
If overtaking across solid lines
Illegal overtaking across solid lines leads to €400–€700 fines and 2 points, as it increases the risk of head-on crashes.
If refusing a breathalyzer test
Refusing a breath test is treated like DUI, with heavy fines and licence suspension due to obstruction of legal testing.
If a vehicle carries unsecured loads
Carrying unsecured loads results in a €400–€700 fine and 2 points because it can lead to debris-related accidents.
If a vehicle is slightly overweight
Slight overload of a motorcycle or truck is fined €500 with 2 points to enforce strict weight compliance and road safety.
If weight offences are repeated
Repeat weight violations lead to fines over €2,000 and may result in licence suspension, especially for commercial drivers who fail to comply with loading laws.
If a rider blocks an intersection
Blocking an intersection causes traffic disruption and is fined €400 with 1 demerit point to keep junctions clear and traffic flowing.
If a rider engages in illegal street racing
Street racing is punished with fines exceeding €3,000, licence revocation, and possible criminal charges due to the extreme danger it poses.
If riding with worn tires
Worn motorcycle tires reduce grip and safety, leading to €400–€600 fines and 1 point on the licence to encourage regular maintenance.
If failing to stop at a police checkpoint
Failing to stop when ordered by police is a serious offence, fined up to €2,000 with 3 points added for avoiding law enforcement.
If traffic fines remain unpaid
Repeatedly unpaid fines trigger enforcement measures, and persistent offenders may have their licence suspended.
If failing to yield at a pedestrian crossing
Not yielding to pedestrians in crosswalks is fined €400–€600 and adds 2 points, promoting pedestrian safety and legal right-of-way.
If a motorcycle has illegal emission mods
Unauthorized emission system changes result in a €1,000 fine and require the vehicle to pass inspection again before use.
If a rider uses a bus lane illegally
Using a restricted bus lane without permission is fined €400 and adds 1 point to the rider’s record, unless signage allows motorcycles.
If a rider ignores traffic officer instructions
Ignoring direct orders from traffic officers is fined €1,000 and adds 3 points due to safety and legal compliance violations.