TOKYO, Aug 30 (Bernama-Kyodo) -- Japan decided on Friday to implement its revised Road Traffic Act on November 1, introducing prison terms and fines for those cycling under the influence of alcohol or posing a danger to traffic by using a mobile phone while on their bicycle, Kyodo News Agency reported.
The government also decided to enable police to order repeat offenders to take a mandatory course on cycling safety, a measure expected to take effect on the same day.
If convicted, those found cycling while using a phone could face a prison term of up to six months or a fine of 100,000 yen (US$690). If they pose a danger to pedestrians or traffic, they could face a prison term of up to one year or a fine of 300,000 yen.
Those convicted of cycling above the established road alcohol driving limit could face a term of up to three years in prison or a 500,000 yen fine.
-- BERNAMA-KYODO
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