Lightning in Saarland: where it can be really expensive today!

Lightning in Saarland: where it can be really expensive today!

On March 5, 2025, the Trier, Luxembourg and Saarland region await extensive speed controls. The speed camera service provides information that traffic safety should be promoted by these measures. Speed ​​measurements are planned at several locations, including on the B327 in Morbach and the B51 in Welschbillig. The A60 in Prüm and the B41 in Birkenfeld and Idar-Oberstein are also checked. In addition, measures are planned at the K133 in Konz.

in Saarland is also working with flashes. Speed ​​measurements on the BAB 1 between the Eppelborn and Riegelsberg junction as well as on the L 266 in Göttelborn and the B 268 in Losheim are planned here. The regulatory office Trier and the police stations have also pointed out possible controls in other places. According to Lokalo.de , the delivery of a fine after a speed crossing between 2 and 3 weeks can take up to three months take.

fines and limitation periods

For speed overruns, specific fines and points in Flensburg apply in Germany, which depend on the severity of the violation. The regulations provide for regulations for both urban areas and outside. For example, the fine for exceeding up to 10 km/h in urban locations is 58.50 euros, while it is only 48.50 euros outside.

• bus money in urban:
  • up to 10 km/h: 58.50 € - 0 points
  • 11 - 15 km/h: 78.50 € - 0 points
  • 16 - 20 km/h: € 98.50 - 0 points
  • 21 - 25 km/h: € 143.50 - 1 point
  • 26 - 30 km/h: € 208.50 - 1 point (1 month driving ban)
  • over 70 km/h: 843.50 € - 2 points (3 months driving ban)
• bus money outside:
  • up to 10 km/h: € 48.50 - 0 points
  • 21 - 25 km/h: € 128.50 - 1 point
  • over 70 km/h: € 738.50 - 2 points (3 months driving ban)

limitation periods for fines are usually three months, except in certain exceptional cases, where they can be extended to up to six months. A driving ban usually only threatens if a crossing of 26 km/h or more is determined within 12 months.

Legal questions about speed measurements

The implementation and checking of speed measurements are of central importance not only for traffic safety, but also for the legal system. The Federal Constitutional Court has decided that those affected are entitled to an insight into the measurement data. This also includes the right to request the data to check the measurements, which ensures the fairness of the procedures. The ADAC emphasizes the importance of the verifiability of measurements and recommends legal advice in the event of open fine procedures.

A case before the Cologne District Court illustrates the importance of a complete data check when an affected insight into raw measurement data requested. The responsibility of the authorities to provide information in full information was clearly emphasized. Authorities are obliged to issue available data on request, both in standardized and in raw data formats to ensure a fair negotiation.

Overall, these developments show that measures for traffic safety and the maintenance of the rights of road users have to go hand in hand. The continuous review of the measurement methods and data remains of crucial importance for legal certainty in road traffic.