 Poster: A snowHead
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Hi all, just recieved an e-mail from my Doofer supplier, Google translated and pasted below, i am sure most of you were aware, but if not read on.
Three weeks till i am off Doofering again, Hoorah 
SEE BELOW
Protect personnel from highways
In 2011, 136 accidents involving teams from motorway companies have wounded 18 and caused the death of a patrolman. To significantly reduce the dangers faced by those men who ensure your safety every day, new measures are being applied.
Traffic on the hard shoulder emergency was already prohibited and punishable by removal of 3 points on driving license . Now, this offense will be punished by a fine of 135 euros instead of 35 euros (article R 412-8 of the Highway Code).
A new offense is created: in case of crossing or overlapping of the tape emergency stop (except when absolutely necessary of course). It is punished by a fine of 135 euros and the removal of a point on the driver's license (Article R 412-22).
When work is performed on the floor, teams neutralize some ways: specific signs warning drivers that it is forbidden to circulate. Now, in case of non-compliance with this prohibition to travel on closed road , the driver will be punished by a fine of 135 euros and a withdrawal of three points on his driving license (Article R 411-21-1 of Highway Code).
Measures that should encourage drivers to be more vigilant for the safety of all!
Encourage continued respect for speed
Another key measure of the decree: a ban on radar detectors , some drivers use to drive with impunity beyond the speed limit. It is now strictly forbidden to use the devices showing the location of radar. Since Thursday, January 5, 2012, the non-observance of this prohibition is punishable by a fine of € 1500, seizure of equipment and withdrawal of 6 points on driving license.
Please note that the law clearly differentiates between devices driving aid , which locate the vehicle, inform routes or traffic conditions and radar detectors . The 1st are allowed provided they do not include information on the location of a radar or a traffic stop. If this occurs, the updates provided by manufacturers will remove this functionality soon. However if your device driver assistance is not yet in compliance with the law, make the update as soon as possible!
Sanction the lack of vigilance
Finally, other measures strengthen the penalties for reckless motorists:
Using a hand-held phone by the driver of a vehicle in use is now sanctioned in a ticket for € 135 (instead of 35 €) and a withdrawal of 3 points (instead of 2) .
Using a screen (TV, game console, smart phone ... sometimes used by drivers when traveling!) driving is punishable by a fine of € 1,500 maximum (instead of 135 €) and withdrawal of 3 points (instead of 2), in addition to confiscation of the device.
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