Traffic Enforcement Penalties
- 1/20If you exceed the speed limit by 20 km/h
Speeding by 20 km/h results in a 200 PLN fine and 2 penalty points on your driving record.
When riding without a helmet
Not wearing a helmet carries a 100 PLN fine and adds penalty points to your license.
If you exceed the speed limit by over 50 km/h in urban areas
Excessive speeding in cities leads to heavy fines, maximum penalty points, and temporary loss of license.
When riding without valid insurance
Riding uninsured results in a very high fine and possible confiscation of your motorcycle.
If you ignore a red traffic light
Running a red light incurs significant fines and high penalty points.
When riding under the influence of alcohol (0.2–0.5‰)
Riding with low-level alcohol in your blood is treated seriously and results in long-term consequences.
If you ride without a valid driving license
Operating without a license results in court involvement and a heavy fine.
When using a mobile phone without a hands-free device
Using a handheld phone while riding is penalized with both a monetary fine and penalty points.
If you exceed the speed limit by 31–40 km/h
Mid-range speeding offenses carry substantial fines and multiple penalty points.
When riding without lights at night or in poor visibility
Not using lights when required compromises safety and results in fines plus penalty points.
If you fail to yield to a pedestrian at a crossing
Not giving priority to pedestrians is treated as a serious violation with heavy penalties.
When overtaking in a prohibited area
Unsafe overtaking in no-overtake zones leads to large fines and multiple penalty points.
If you exceed the speed limit by 41–50 km/h
Higher-level speeding brings heavier fines and more penalty points.
When carrying a passenger without proper equipment
Passengers without proper safety gear result in fines and penalty points.
If you park in a disabled-only parking space without permit
Unauthorized use of disabled spaces leads to heavy fines and vehicle removal.
When ignoring a stop sign
Failure to stop at a stop sign is penalized with both fines and penalty points.
If you cross a solid line while overtaking
Crossing a solid line during overtaking is considered dangerous driving and punished accordingly.
When riding with expired registration
Expired registration is illegal and can lead to your motorcycle being confiscated.
If you ride against traffic on a one-way road
Riding in the wrong direction on one-way streets causes safety risks and results in strong penalties.
When riding with a defective braking system
Operating with faulty brakes is a direct safety hazard and leads to immediate enforcement action.