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Road Policing Offences Overview

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What is defined as a road for the purposes of road policing offences?

  • Any public path accessible to pedestrians
  • Roads covered in the Introduction to Road Policing (correct)
  • Private property that is open to the public
  • Any designated lane for bicycles

    • Which of the following describes the offence of obstruction?

  • Parking a vehicle in a designated parking space
  • Failing to signal a lane change
  • Driving over the speed limit in a residential area
  • Blocking a roadway that hinders vehicle movement (correct)

    • What does dangerous parking potentially jeopardize?

  • The availability of public transportation
  • The aesthetic appeal of the area
  • The structural integrity of roads
  • The safety of pedestrians and other vehicles (correct)

    • What power does a Constable have regarding offending vehicles?

    <p>To remove vehicles obstructing the roadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about wearing seat belts is correct?

    <p>All occupants must wear seat belts at all times, with no exceptions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common road policing offence?

    <p>Maintaining a vehicle in good condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which situation is a vehicle likely to be considered as 'offending'?

    <p>When parked in a manner that obstructs traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of this lesson on road policing offences?

    <p>To explain legislation covering common road policing offences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What constitutes an offence relating to the wearing of protective headgear?

    <p>Riding a motorcycle without a helmet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the exemption related to the offences of wearing protective headgear?

    <p>Participants in a professional racing event</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is classified as the offence of 'driving elsewhere other than a road'?

    <p>Driving through private property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What regulation governs the use of mobile telephones in a vehicle?

    <p>Regulation 122 restricts usage while driving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Regulation 103 of the Road Vehicles Regulations prohibit?

    <p>Causing unnecessary obstruction on a road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario exemplifies an obstruction under Regulation 103?

    <p>Deliberately blocking a bus stop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In practice, what must occur for a charge of obstruction to be justified?

    <p>An obstruction must actually take place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception regarding obstruction on the road?

    <p>Only parked vehicles can cause obstruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of Section 22 of the Road Traffic Act 1988?

    <p>Creating an offence for dangerous parking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios could constitute a violation of Section 22?

    <p>Parking on pavements or double parking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of vehicles are included under Section 22?

    <p>Any vehicles or trailers, including machines or implements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Section 22 from Regulation 103?

    <p>Section 22 is not limited to mechanically propelled vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following qualifies as 'danger of injury' as per Section 22?

    <p>Parking on a blind corner or at a road junction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a possible consequence of violating Section 22?

    <p>Being fined for causing dangerous parking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Section 22 handle situations involving both obstruction and danger?

    <p>It treats both equally without distinction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about the types of vehicles included in Section 22?

    <p>It includes all vehicles and trailers, not limited by propulsion type</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring that a child under 3 years of age is using an appropriate child restraint in the front seat?

    <p>The driver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for small children under 12 years old who are traveling in the rear seat?

    <p>An appropriate child restraint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age can passengers begin to assume responsibility for wearing seatbelts in both front and rear seats?

    <p>14 years of age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following riders is exempt from wearing protective headgear on a motorcycle?

    <p>Any follower of the Sikh religion wearing a turban</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be worn by the driver when transporting a child aged 12 or 13 or 135cm or over in the front seat?

    <p>A seatbelt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario is a driver not responsible for the child restraint requirements?

    <p>When the child is older than 12 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of helmet is explicitly required by law for motorcyclists?

    <p>A protective headgear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Whose responsibility is it to ensure that passengers aged 14 years and over are wearing seatbelts?

    <p>The passenger themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an application as defined in the content?

    <p>To operate through a web browser or offline on a mobile device.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Regulation 109 prohibit while driving a vehicle?

    <p>Viewing television or cinematographic content while driving.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an exemption related to applications in vehicles?

    <p>Applications for remote-controlled parking functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these offences is NOT mentioned in the provided content?

    <p>Driving under the influence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a guideline for applications while driving, according to the regulations?

    <p>They should assist in navigating routes safely.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What power does a Constable have regarding offending vehicles?

    <p>They can remove vehicles that obstruct or are parked dangerously.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding mobile telephone use in a vehicle is accurate?

    <p>There are regulations concerning mobile telephone usage that must be observed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required regarding the wearing of protective headgear based on the content?

    <p>Certain exemptions for wearing headgear apply.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Lesson Overview

    • Focus on common road policing offences and relevant legislation.
    • Learners will address various offences, including obstruction, dangerous parking, and others.

    Obstruction

    • Governed by Regulation 103 of the Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986.
    • Offence occurs if a vehicle or trailer is allowed to stand on a road, causing unnecessary obstruction.
    • Charge justification requires actual obstruction, not just the potential for it.

    Dangerous Parking

    • Defined by Section 22 of the Road Traffic Act 1988.
    • Offence occurs when a vehicle is parked in a way that creates danger of injury to others.
    • Examples include:
      • Parking on pavements.
      • Double parking.
      • Parking on blind corners or road junctions.

    Distinguishing Offences

    • Obstruction relates specifically to causing an obstruction (Regulation 103).
    • Dangerous parking involves creating a danger to road users (Section 22).
    • Different regulations apply to vehicles; Regulation 103 is motor vehicle specific, while Section 22 includes all vehicles and trailers.

    Seat Belt Regulations

    • Mandatory for various passengers based on their age and size.
    • Children under 3 must use an appropriate child restraint.
    • Children under 12 must be secured in a child restraint system.
    • Passengers aged 12 or over must wear seat belts.

    Protective Headgear for Motorcycles

    • Section 16 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 mandates wearing protective headgear on motorcycles.
    • Exemption for followers of Sikh religion wearing a turban.

    Mobile Telephone Use in Vehicles

    • Regulation 109 prohibits driving while utilizing mobile devices to display anything other than essential vehicle information.
    • Examples of prohibited activities include video calling, even when the device is not physically held.

    Review of Key Offences

    • Understand and state offences related to obstruction and dangerous parking.
    • Recognize Constable's authority to remove offending vehicles.
    • Identify seat belt usage requirements and exemptions for protective headgear.
    • Recall the offence for driving elsewhere other than on a road and regulations governing mobile phone use while driving.

    Learning Application

    • Reflect on how the information from this lesson is applicable to daily policing duties.

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    Description

    This quiz covers common road policing offences, focusing on obstruction and dangerous parking. Learn about the relevant legislation, including Regulation 103 of the Road Vehicles and Section 22 of the Road Traffic Act. Test your understanding of the differences between these offences.

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