Minimum speed signs and things to know
If the instructions at the minimum sign are violated, the driver may be subject to an administrative fine.
Characteristics of minimum speed signs
According to Regulation 41:2019/BGTVT, the minimum speed limit sign is denoted as R.306. The sign is circular, has a blue background and in the middle of the sign is a white minimum speed limit sign.
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License plate R.306. Photo: Screenshot |
This is one of the traffic signs in the command sign group with the effect of signaling to traffic participants the mandatory rules to be followed.
The R.306 sign is used on roads to indicate the minimum speed allowed for motor vehicles. The number shown on the minimum speed sign is in km/h.
Minimum speed signs are mandatory for motor vehicles operating at a speed not less than the value shown on the sign under favorable and safe conditions.
Vehicles with a maximum speed as prescribed by the manufacturer that does not reach the minimum speed allowed are not allowed to enter the road section marked R.306.
How much is the fine for going slower than the minimum speed limit?
Minimum speed signs are command signs that require road users to obey. In case of intentional violation, depending on the vehicle violating, the road user will be fined at different levels.
Specifically, the Decree on administrative sanctions for traffic violations stipulates the fine level in this case as follows:
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How much is the fine for going slower than the minimum speed limit? Graphics: Trang Ha |
In addition, according to Decree 100/2019/ND-CP, amended by Decree 123/2021/ND-CP, driving slower than the minimum allowed speed will be fined.
If the above violation causes a traffic accident, in addition to being fined, the driver may also have his/her driver's license revoked for 2-4 months.
