Originally Posted by collegeskier
I know in Massachusetts, a bicycle infraction is like max 15 dollar fine but failure to identify yourself is like 50 dollars. I also know that actually getting a state ID when you have a Drivers License can be hard some places.
In Oregon, fines for bicyclists are the same as for motorists. Running a stop sign or red light could cost you $237.00. Ironically, part of the fine goes towards safety education to make motorists more aware of pedestrians' and cyclists' rights. It seems to me that the fine should reflect the safety hazard posed, and since a cyclist running a stop sign or signal creates much less risk to others than a motorist doing the same, the fine for bicyclists should be significantly lower than for motorists.