Traffic Enforcement Penalties - France Driving Test

If exceeding speed limit by 1 to 20 km/h

Fine 68 to 135 € plus 1 point deduction: Even small excess speeds reduce reaction time and increase stopping distance, which is critical for motorcycles with less stability than cars.

If exceeding speed limit by 20 to 30 km/h

Fine 135 € plus 2 points deduction, possible license suspension: Moderate overspeeding increases the chance of losing control, especially on curves or wet surfaces.

If exceeding speed limit by 30 to 40 km/h

Fine of 135 € plus 3 points deduction, license suspension up to 3 months: High-speed crashes are often fatal for motorcyclists because of lack of protection.

If exceeding speed limit by over 50 km/h

Fine of 1,500 € plus 6 points deduction, immediate suspension: At extreme speeds, motorcycles become unstable, and reaction time is almost zero in emergencies.

If running a red light

Fine of 135 € plus 4 points deduction: Running a red light can cause side-impact collisions, especially dangerous for motorcyclists.

If crossing solid white line

Fine of 135 € plus 3 points deduction: Solid lines indicate danger zones like blind curves crossing them risks head-on collisions.

If using phone while riding

Fine of 135 € plus 3 points deduction, possible confiscation: Mobile use distracts from scanning traffic, critical for motorcycle safety.

If riding without helmet

Fine of 135 € plus 3 points deduction: Helmets reduce head injury risk by over 70% not wearing one is a serious violation.

If riding with non-homologated helmet

Fine of 135 € plus 3 points deduction: Helmets must meet ECE 22.05/22.06 standards for proper protection during crashes.

If carrying passenger without helmet

Fine of 135 € plus 3 points deduction (rider penalized): Riders are legally responsible for ensuring passenger safety.

If refusing alcohol or drug test

Fine of 4,500 € plus 6 points deduction, license suspension: Refusal is treated like impairment, triggering maximum penalties.

If riding under alcohol influence (≥0.5 g/L)

Fine of 135 to 750 € plus 6 points deduction, possible suspension: Alcohol reduces coordination and increases the risk of losing control.

If riding under heavy alcohol influence (≥0.8 g/L)

Fine of 4,500 € plus 6 points deduction, license suspension, possible prison: Severe intoxication makes safe operation impossible.

If riding under drug influence

Fine of 4,500 € plus 6 points deduction, license suspension, possible prison: Drugs severely impair judgment and reaction times.

If refusing to stop for police

Fine of 3,750 € plus 6 points deduction, license suspension, possible prison: Failing to stop endangers officers and other road users.

If illegal overtaking

Fine of 135 € plus 3 points deduction: Passing in unsafe zones is dangerous for motorcycles due to reduced visibility and stability.

If not yielding to pedestrian

Fine of 135 € plus 6 points deduction: Pedestrians have absolute priority, and motorcycles pose a high injury risk.

If riding without valid license

Fine of 15,000 €, possible 1-year prison, motorcycle seizure: Riding without a license shows no proof of training or safety competence.

If riding without insurance

Fine of 3,750 €, license suspension, possible motorcycle impoundment: Insurance ensures victims are compensated in accidents.

If riding without valid inspection

Fine of 135 € (no points): Inspections ensure the motorcycle’s brakes, tires, and lights are safe for road use.