Frankfurt Stops Fines for Speeders.
Frankfurt stopped giving fines to people without tickets. The city is looking at this change. It is being discussed across Germany.
The city of Frankfurt began not issuing fines for ‘black riders,’ which are people riding motorcycles without a valid license. City official Wolfgang Siefert said this decision was made. The city is now studying the effect on crime. This change also affects how the public transport system is controlled. The city is considering the impact on money and how police enforce rules.
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Highlights
Frankfurt Stops Black Rider Fines
Frankfurt stopped giving fines to people stealing motorcycles since September.
Decision Being Reviewed Nationally
The city’s decision is now being discussed across Germany.
Schwarzfahren Policy Change
Frankfurt has stopped prosecuting people traveling without a ticket.
Wolfgang Siefert Explains Decision
City official Wolfgang Siefert explained the change.
Impact on Transport System
The change affects how Frankfurt’s public transport is policed.