In Calgary, Alberta, there are specific rules for driving and pedestrian behaviour within communities to ensure safety. Here are some of the key rules and associated fines:
Driving Rules in Communities
1. Speed Limits
• Residential Areas: The speed limit is typically 40 km/h unless otherwise posted.
• Playground Zones: 30 km/h from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm, every day of the week, year-round.
• School Zones: 30 km/h from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm on school days.
Fines for Speeding: Fines start at $78 for exceeding the speed limit by 1 to 15 km/h and increase with higher speeds. Speeding in a school or playground zone can lead to higher fines and demerit points.
2. Stop Signs
• Drivers must come to a complete stop at stop signs and yield to pedestrians and other vehicles.
Fine for Rolling Through a Stop Sign: Fines start at $388 and include demerit points.
3. Yielding to Pedestrians
• Drivers must yield to pedestrians at crosswalks and intersections.
Fine for Failing to Yield to a Pedestrian: The fine is $810 and includes four demerit points.
4. Distracted Driving
• Using a hand-held device (e.g., a phone) while driving is prohibited.
Fine for Distracted Driving: The fine is $300, with no demerit points for the first offense. Subsequent offenses can lead to higher penalties.
5. Parking
• Parking in no-parking zones, fire lanes, or blocking driveways is prohibited.
Fine for Illegal Parking: Fines vary, starting around $75 and going higher depending on the infraction.
Pedestrian Rules
1. Crossing Streets
• Pedestrians must use marked crosswalks or intersections to cross streets.
Fine for Jaywalking: The fine for jaywalking is $78.
2. Obeying Traffic Signals
• Pedestrians must obey traffic signals and only cross when it’s safe to do so.
3. Sidewalk Use
• Pedestrians should use sidewalks where available. If there are no sidewalks, they should walk facing oncoming traffic on the edge of the road.
Following these rules ensures the safety of both drivers and pedestrians in Calgary communities. Violating these regulations can result in fines and demerit points, which may impact insurance rates and driving privileges.
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