The National Police Agency has issued a warning about fake news being circulated regarding changes to traffic regulations starting next year.
On December 16, the National Police Agency stated in a press release, "These claims are either false (untrue) or exaggerated, with no plans for amendments or ongoing revisions," adding, "We will provide accurate information to alleviate public concerns."
Recently, fake information has been spreading online, including claims that the speed limit in school zones will be uniformly lowered from 30 km/h to 20 km/h starting next year, and that the minimum age for operating personal mobility devices (PM), such as electric scooters, will be raised from 16 to 18 years old.
The police clarified that there are no plans to legally change the speed limit in school zones, explaining that under the current Road Traffic Act, only certain sections can be limited to 20 km/h.
The police also stated that they are not considering raising the minimum age for PM operation, strengthening standards for drunk driving enforcement, providing vehicle owners' phone numbers for illegal parking enforcement, or implementing immediate towing for bicycles parked or stopped on bike paths. The agency further explained that claims about introducing new license plates or lowering the age at which the license renewal cycle for elderly drivers is shortened from 75 to 70 years old are also false.
However, regarding the claim that drivers must always come to a complete stop when approaching a crosswalk, the police noted that it is partially true, as drivers are required to stop regardless of pedestrian presence at crosswalks without traffic signals within school zones.
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