Liiklusrikkumised

Liiklusrikkumised refers to traffic violations or offenses committed within the Estonian legal framework. These encompass a wide range of actions that contravene traffic laws and regulations designed to ensure road safety and orderly movement of vehicles and pedestrians. Common examples include exceeding speed limits, failing to adhere to traffic signal indications, improper lane changes, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and using a mobile phone while driving without a hands-free device.

The enforcement of traffic laws is carried out by law enforcement authorities, primarily the Estonian Police and Border Guard Board. When a traffic violation is detected, depending on its severity, various sanctions can be imposed. These may include warnings, fines (trahv), penalty points (karistuspunktid) which can accumulate and lead to driving license suspension, or in more serious cases, criminal charges. The penalty point system aims to deter repeat offenders and promote responsible driving behavior.

The purpose of traffic regulations and their enforcement through the penalization of liiklusrikkumised is to minimize the risk of traffic accidents, protect human life and health, and maintain the efficiency of the transportation system. Information about traffic violations and their consequences is publicly available through official government channels and legal resources in Estonia.