The head of Russia’s State Traffic Safety Inspectorate, Mikhail Chernikov, addressed a briefing about the state of windshield gadgets and how they relate to the updated list of malfunctions and the rules that can bar a vehicle from the road. The statement belongs to DEA News coverage.
Chernikov argued that if a driver uses a tablet or similar device that blocks vision through the windshield, traffic police should not rush to punish with fines. Instead, the emphasis should be on helping the driver remove the violation and restore safe driving conditions. In his view, the response should focus on corrective action rather than immediate penalties.
“A traffic police employee should say, ‘take it somewhere else,’” Chernikov said, underscoring the importance of practical steps to reduce danger rather than punitive measures alone.
The assertion challenges the notion that fines alone are a sufficient remedy. Chernikov contends that penalties without guidance do little to improve safety trends on the roads. The goal is to address the root cause of the hazard, not merely to assign blame or collect fees.
Earlier, Vitaly Milonov, a deputy in the State Duma, discussed Chernikov’s stance and proposed measures to stiffen penalties for creating traffic jams on roadsides and in special lanes. The dialogue points to a broader debate about how to balance enforcement with the need for smooth traffic flow and driver accountability.
Earlier still, discussions in the State Duma considered requiring drivers to provide identifiers or codes for scooter couriers, signaling a push toward tighter regulation of new mobility services and the vehicles that operate within public road networks. This evolving regulatory landscape highlights how authorities are adapting to emerging technologies and usage patterns on Russian roads. (attribution: DEA News)