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Contran approves law with fines for thousands of drivers across the country
Contran (National Traffic Council) approved a law that left many drivers with their hair standing on end. The change, which was made somewhat by “pen stroke”, affects all drivers of four-wheeled vehicles and motorcycles, requiring a series of precautions with the vehicles’ lighting system. Anyone who does not comply with this law may end up paying dearly, literally.
What changes with the law?
Between the main changes brought about by this Contran law, the use of low beam headlights during the day is mandatory for certain types of vehicles. This is especially true for motorcycles, buses and mopeds. The Contran also recommends that other drivers follow this practice, as it has already been proven that low beam helps to increase safety on the roads. Failure to comply with this determination may result in a fine of R$130,16 and four points on your license.
Another important point is the use of low beams in rainy, foggy or cloudy conditions, both inside and outside urban areas. For more modern vehicles, equipped with Daytime Running Lights (DRL), Contran allows this light to be used on highways during the day, but reinforces that it cannot be used at night, under penalty of a fine.
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Technical details and new penalties
This law also covers technical details of vehicle lighting systems. For example, Contran Resolution 993/2023 highlights the importance of keeping headlights regulated.. Misaligned headlights, which shine directly into the rearview mirror of the car in front, can cause serious accidents. The penalty for those caught doing so is in this condition it is a serious infraction, which generates five points on the license and a fine of R$195,23.
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Another situation that can result in a fine is the inappropriate use of high beams. Contran is clear: high beams should only be used on unlit roads and must be turned off immediately upon detecting another vehicle ahead.. Ignoring this rule may result in a minor infraction, with three points on your license and a fine of R$88,38.
The turn signals, which many drivers forget to use (it happens a lot) or have burned out, are also targeted by this law. Failure to indicate a change of direction or lane, or driving with burnt out headlights, can result in two separate fines, which together can amount to R$325,39 and nine points on your license.
The importance of maintenance
Keeping your vehicle's lighting system up to date has never been more crucial. Contran law puts extra pressure on drivers to undergo regular inspections. Brake lights, taillights, headlights and turn signals need to be checked frequently, and burnt-out bulbs should be replaced immediately. A fine for driving with a burnt out bulb can be avoided with a simple investment, which is much cheaper than the penalties provided for.
This Contran law is a reminder that road safety starts with attention to detail.. Then, pay extra attention next time you go out with your car or motorcycle, because this lei does not forgive those who hesitate!
For those who are drivers, this law approved by Contran It’s not just another rule to follow – it’s a warning to pay extra attention on the roads and avoid fines that can be quite expensive. What do you think of this change? Have you ever forgotten to turn on your low beam headlights or noticed that your turn signals weren’t working? Share your experience!
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Hey, we use headlights during the day, it burns the headlight lenses and turns them yellow. It's not worth it. But at night you can't see anything because it doesn't light up and causes an accident. Those who invent laws stay in the office and headlights don't save lives. Those who don't see cars or trucks coming close are blind. You think that during the day, the headlights wear out at night, right? Truck drivers suffer from this. You don't see how having headlights on during the day damages the lenses, right? Why don't you take a toxicology test for categories A and B?
They also use drugs, right? Just truck drivers. The law has to apply to everyone.
IF THEY DON'T TAKE THEIR HANDS OUT OF THE TAXPAYER'S POCKET THERE WILL BE NO WAY TO PAY FOR THE **** ORGY AND ORGASM. CARLHO'S CAPITALIST WORLD.
This government finds every way to take money. Soon there will be fines for anyone who has a dusty car or dull paintwork. If they don't require the driver to be dressed formally, here there's nothing but **** to steal in any way. It's a filthy little country. Well, you have to follow the rules, right? If the president himself is ****.
I only disagree with the capitalist world... the state taking money from the people is called socialism!
Buy a Golf, glass headlight, quality, doesn't break... Doesn't yellow... Mine is still original from the factory 😂😂😂
The law says that modern cars that have the DRL system activated can be used during the day and not at night... these people who approve the laws should drive well... cars that have DRL, these lights are activated automatically when we turn on the headlights at night, how can they deactivate this... if it comes out of the factory like that... it's a joke... it's just money... Brazil and its **** system of endless and absurd laws...
The thing is, open-mouthed people don't realize that this light doesn't turn on the lights at night and the car becomes invisible.
If the car has DRL and it is automatic, just tell the authorities how not to keep it deactivated at night. Whoever put the law into effect will correct it.
That is, Laws made by Deputies in the service of lamp and accessory factories.
We know that these laws are basically to collect more $$$, but from what I understand the DRL will not be deactivated at night, but will be used in conjunction with the low and high beams, even because at night we have to turn on the headlights for the rear lights to work.