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update: Nov 25,2009
The danger that goes with neglecting traffic rules and the deteriorating manners has become a big problem. When riding a bicycle, always observe the traffic rules and proper manners.
Violations in Bicycle Riding
Two-riders (Road Traffic Law Article 55, Clause 1, Article 57, Clause 2 )
A fine of 50,000yen or less, or probably, 20,000yen or less will be imposed
(However, a rider aged, 16 and above may ride together with a child aged, 6 years and below, by attaching a child's seat on the bicycle.
(However, a rider aged, 16 and above may ride together with a child aged, 6 years and below, by attaching a child's seat on the bicycle.
Riding in rows (Road Traffic Rules Article 19)
A fine of 20,000yen or less will be imposed
(Except for places where riding in rows is allowed)
(Except for places where riding in rows is allowed)
Neglecting the Stop Line (Road Traffic Law Article No. 43)
Imprisonment of 3 months or less and/or paying a fine of 50,000yen and above
Driving at Night with the Lamplight Out (Road Traffic Law Article No. 52, Item 1)
Paying a fine of 50,000yen or less (same penalty goes for neglecting to switch)
Obstructing the Pedestrian Lane (Road Traffic Law Article 17, Item 2)
Imprisonment of 3 months or less and/or paying a fine of 50,000yen and above
Drunken Driving (Road Traffic Article No. 65)
Imprisonment of 5 years or less and/or paying a fine of 1,000,000yen
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Ichikawa City Hall
Yawata 1-1-1, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture
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Publicity Affairs Section, Planning Department
Ichikawa City Hall
Yawata 1-1-1, Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture
電話：047-334-1106 FAX：047-336-2300
