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Drivers of autonomous vehicles are now being notified via text messages regarding breaking of traffic laws.

On September 1, a fresh installment of the Traffic Regulations became effective in Belarus.

Self-driving vehicles are being sent text messages regarding transgressions of traffic laws
Self-driving vehicles are being sent text messages regarding transgressions of traffic laws

Drivers of autonomous vehicles are now being notified via text messages regarding breaking of traffic laws.

In Belarus, a significant change has been made to the road traffic regulations, effective from September 1, 20XX. Personal mobility device users, such as e-scooter riders, are now classified as cyclists under the new rules. This classification means that e-scooter riders are subject to the same regulations as cyclists.

Under the new regulations, e-scooter riders must cross the road as pedestrians. This rule applies to all pedestrian crossings, and failure to comply could result in a citation being issued by the traffic police. In addition, e-scooter riders are required to dismount before crossing pedestrian crossings, just like cyclists.

The traffic police are actively enforcing these new rules for e-scooter riders, as they are now classified as cyclists. If a violator is stopped by an officer, a citation will be issued. To remind violators of the new rules, an SMS message will be sent to their phone, reminding them that they have been warned under Article 18.20 of the Code of Administrative Offenses.

Article 18.20 of the Code of Administrative Offenses imposes a fine of 1 to 3 basic units for pedestrians, cyclists, or other road users not operating a vehicle who do not comply with the new regulations at pedestrian crossings. Therefore, e-scooter riders who do not comply with the new regulations at pedestrian crossings will face the same penalties as cyclists.

The responsibility for setting fines for violations of the new road traffic rules in Belarus lies with the relevant traffic or law enforcement authorities in Belarus, typically the national traffic police or a designated governmental body responsible for road safety enforcement. However, the search results do not provide specific details on the exact authority in Belarus responsible for determining these fines.

These new regulations are part of the broader Road Traffic Regulations implemented in Belarus on September 1, which aim to ensure the safety and orderly use of the country's roads. With the increased popularity of personal mobility devices such as e-scooters, it is essential that users understand and comply with these new rules to promote a safer environment for all road users.

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