Illegal Parking and Stopping Fines of 80,000 Won in Children's Protection Zones

Gangbuk-gu Implements Citizen Reporting System for Illegal Parking in School Zones

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gangbuk-gu (Mayor Park Gyeom-su) will fully implement the resident reporting system for illegal parking and stopping within school zones to create a safe traffic environment in children's living spaces.

Previously, the district held an awareness period until July 31 for resident promotion, and plans to impose fines for violations starting August 3.

The applicable areas are the sections of roads marked with double yellow lines at the front and back gates of 14 elementary schools in the area, including Suyu Elementary School, Samyang Elementary School, and Susong Elementary School. The enforcement hours are from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., excluding weekends and public holidays, considering children's school commute times.

Anyone can report violations. When an illegally parked or stopped vehicle is found, take two photos at the same location at 1-minute intervals before and after, then report using smartphone apps such as Seoul Smart Complaint or Safety Report. Fines will be imposed immediately without on-site verification by enforcement officers. The vehicle photos must clearly show the license plate. However, illegal parking or stopping must be reported within 3 days of the photo date to impose fines.

The fine imposed is 80,000 KRW for passenger cars, which is twice the amount on general roads.

Gangbuk-gu Mayor Park Gyeom-su stated, “If illegal parking and stopping in school zones are eradicated, child traffic accidents can be drastically reduced. In addition to efforts to reduce illegal parking and stopping, we will expand protective facilities to reduce safety accidents and create an environment where our children can walk safely.”

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