Bashaw RCMP would like to warn motorists of the dangers of crossing double solid lines in any traffic situation but particularly when parking or backing out of a parking spot on Main Street.

“Last summer RCMP warned drivers about their habits along Main Street in Bashaw, which involved crossing the double solid line to park on the opposite side of the street,” said Bashaw RCMP Corporal Kyle Neilson.  “This also included drivers backing out across the double solid line when leaving their parking spot. Last summer this resulted in several collisions due to the fact vehicles from both sides of the road were trying to park or leave a designated parking spot at the same time.”

Neilson said that last summer lines were repainted along Main Street  and are now clearly visible to all drivers.

“RCMP and Camrose County Peace Officers will begin ticketing drivers for crossing the double solid line with a zero-tolerance approach,” noted Neilson adding that the penalty for crossing the double solid line is $243, under The Use of Highway and Rules of the Road Regulations.

“Drivers are free to make a safe U-turn at any intersection not controlled by lights or where prohibited by a sign.”