If you drive in France, there are some things that it is illegal to carry in your vehicle (in addition to others that you should have in your car).
Some things are prohibited for being transported in a vehicle on the public road.
Radar detectors – These are devices that warn the driver of the presence of a speed camera near and are strictly prohibited on French roads. The French driving code does not allow motorists to carry “any device that can interrupt, click or detect road traffic application devices.”
If you do not respect this, then run the risk of losing six points on your license and receiving a fine of up to € 1,500.
Illegal weapons – In France, there are strict rules related to arms ownership.
If you have an illegally gun, you should not surprise us that you cannot transport it in your vehicle risking a serious penalty, but for those who have legal firearms, there is also strict transport and Pisbly can lead to the side of the side. In all cases, the weapon must be transported in some way so that it cannot be used immediately.
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Hunters (with a valid hunting license) can transport their hunting weapon to and from hunting activities.
As for the collectors of the collectors: you must maintain a valid collector card and must transport the weapon to an activity relationship with your exhibition.
People who participate in the target shot or other shooting competitions must have a valid ‘shooting license’ (TIR license) Delivered by the Fédération Française de Tir. You can only transport your weapon to and from practice or sporting events.
As for the weapons of category D, which are weapons that are not shot weapons, such as knives and pepper spray, they can be Avialinas for the purchase of adults, but there are also strict rules about transport out of the house.
It must demonstrate a ‘legitimate’ reason, which is determined at the discretion of the police officer.
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Illegal drugs – As expected, you cannot transport illegal drugs, and this includes cannabis.
France has some of the most difficult cannabis laws in Europe; There is no distinction between the possession of use or possession of supply, and remains prohibited by medicinal use: a whole medical trial is currently in progress.
If you drive after using drugs, risk up to two years in prison and a fine of € 4,500.
Hazardous materials – France has multiple categories of ‘class’ for hazardous materials.
They are: explosive substances and items, gases, flammable fluids, flammable solids, oxidizing oxides, toxic substances, infectious substances, radioactive substances, corrosive substances and hazardous miscellaneous substances and diverse dangerous substances and diverse hazardous substances.
To transport this type of materials, the vehicle must be equipped in a certain way and must show a rectangular orange plate with the ADR danger code and the UN material code. As a average person, it is likely that I cannot meet this requirement. You can find a list of samples here.
Fireworks – In France, they are called fireworks Fux d’AstralificesHe thought that people could also listen to the term firecrackerwhich is more similar to ‘FirecRacker’. The fireworks are classified as pyrotechnic articles containing explosive substances and separate into four categories based on the level of risk, from F1 (low risk) to F4 (high risk, only operated by qualified professionals with certificates).
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In terms of fireworks transport, this is usually allowed to comply with the rules for the type of fireworks that it is transporting. That said, local authorities have the power to restrict the purchase and transport of fireworks in certain situations. This could happen if there are drought -related concerns, important duration events (for example, the new year and July 14), or if there have been political disturbances (since fireworks can be used as weapons.
Read more: What are the rules in France to buy and activate fireworks?
Jerry cans – The same goes for Jerrycans (Water bottles) Destined to transport gasoline/gasoline. Normally, the rule is that a five -liter Jerrycan is allowed in good condition per vehicle. However, local authorities can also restrict this if they consider adequate, which sometimes happens if there is a shortage of fuel.
Pets – Animals cannot freely wander in a moving vehicle. They must be confined in some way. They could in a cage or carrier, attach their harness to the seat or invest in a network to make sure an area stays.
This rule returns to the driving code, which stipulates that “the movements and field of vision of the driver should not be hindered by the number or passengers, transported objects or the placement of non -transparent objects in the windows.”
Large or cumbersome objects – Basically, you should ensure that any large element is tied and that they are not too large (more than 2.5 m wide, produce more than 3 m in the front or rear).
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The Route of the French Code of the says that “all the necessary precautions must be taken to ensure that the load of a vehicle does not cause damage or dangers.” Not doing so can lead to fines. Keep in mind that this also applies to skis transport.
T-shirt – Strict privacy rules in France mean that filming some in a public space without their consent can be problematic. As things are, you can buy and configure a dashboard in your vehicle, but this is mainly due to the fact that there is no specific law again. The board beds are tolerated for now, but the rules could change in the future.
That said, it is very clear that you cannot transmit images of a person without first obtaining their consent, and that would include publishing images of a board or a helmet camera on social networks.
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Ohone – You can have your phone in the vehicle with you and you can use it as an assistance device (for example, GPS). However, you must be careful not to use your phone for other purposes while the vehicle operates, this includes the use of contactless payments in Tollbooths, since a driver learned by the bad in January.
What about alcohol and cigarettes?
Alcohol – It can transport legal alcohol, and France has no child or rules about the bottle of alcohol in the car (as some states of the United States do).
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That said, the rules of driving French drinks are strict: it is prohibited to be at the wheel of a car with a blood alcohol level or 0.5 g/l or more. This is equivalent to 0.25 mg or alcohol per liter or exhaled air. As a guide, that is basically half a liter or bear (less than one pint) or two small glasses.
Cigarettes – You can transport cigarettes, but if you want to smoke, then all passengers must be over 18 years old. It can be acquired up to € 750 for smoking in a car with a minor present.
What articles should you definitely have?
In addition to your driver’s license, there are also some articles that you should carry with you at all times when driving in France.
These include; he Gilet Jaune (High visibility security vest) and warning/signal triangle. You must also have the registration documents of your vehicle, but if your vehicle is registered in France, the police can also check the small green paper tab on the windshield and look for their data on their own.
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In certain parts of the duration of France, the winter months (November to March), needs tires or snow chains, as part of the Loi Montagne (Mountain Law). You can see an interactive map where this is required on the Sécurité Routière website.
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