Distance violation

Contact me as soon as possible if you have received a hearing or a fine. If an objection is not filed in due time, a review is no longer possible!


  • Every second fine notice is incorrect. So don't rush to accept a fine!
  • As in criminal law, the following also applies to fines: No statement without prior inspection of the files!
  • The correctness of measurements and findings can only be checked after inspection of the files
  • As a victim of an administrative offense, you have the right to remain silent!

Distance control

The distance to a vehicle in front must usually be so great thatthe following vehicle is safely brought to a standstill even if the vehicle in front suddenly brakescan be, § 4 Abs. 1 S. 1 StVO


Distance violations less than 80 km / h

Falling below the distance punishment Points Driving ban
without danger 25 € - -
with endangerment 30 € - -
with property damage 35 € - -

Distance violations at speeds of 80 km / h to 100 km / h

Distance less than punishment Points Driving ban
5/10 of half the speedometer value 75 € 1 -
4/10 of half the speedometer value 100 € 1 -
3/10 of half the speedometer value 160 € 1 -
2/10 of half the speedometer value 240 € 1 -
1/10 of half the speedometer value 320 € 1 -

Distance violations at speeds of 100 km / h to 130 km / h

Distance less than punishment Points Driving ban
5/10 of half the speedometer value 75 € 1 -
4/10 of half the speedometer value 100 € 1 -
3/10 of half the speedometer value 160 € 2 1 month
2/10 of half the speedometer value 240 € 2 2 months
1/10 of half the speedometer value 320 € 2 3 months


Distance violations at speeds of more than 130 km / h

Distance less than punishment Points Driving ban
5/10 of half the speedometer value 100 € 1 -
4/10 of half the speedometer value 180 € 1 -
3/10 of half the speedometer value 240 € 2 1 month
2/10 of half the speedometer value 320 € 2 2 months
1/10 of half the speedometer value 400 € 2 3 months

Distance violations during the probationary period

  • Distance violations at a speed of more than 80 km / h are classified as A-offenses
  • The trial period is extended by 2 years
  • Obligation to participate in an advanced seminar (withdrawal of the driver's license if not attending)


What can I do for you ?


  • Contact me immediately upon receipt of a fine notice!
  • I will request file inspection for you and lodge an objection
  • I will have the technical accuracy of the distance measurement checked by an independent expert
  • I will work towards recruitment from the administrative authority / court