Naas Roads Policing Unit Issues Fine To Cyclist Without Proper Lights

Monday, 8 January 2024 14:26

By Martin Osborne

The fine for no front lamp or rear lamp lit during lighting-up hours on a pedal cycle is €40.

Cyclists are being reminded that it's a legal requirement to have lights on their bike when it's dark out or they face a fine.

The use of bike lights is a legal requirement during lighting up time, which is from 30 minutes after sunset until 30 minutes before sunrise.

The reminder comes as the Naas Roads Policing unit issed a cyclist with a fine for having no front or rear lights on their bike.

The fine for no front lamp or rear lamp lit during lighting-up hours on a pedal cycle is €40.

While on patrol, Naas Roads Policing observed this pedal cyclist in dark clothing with no front or rear lights. FCPN issued.

Remember, if you are cycling on public roads during 'lighting-up time', you must have lights on your bike.#SaferRoads pic.twitter.com/xYhfHiMpej
— An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) January 7, 2024

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