Done stupid: Mercedes driver speeds past “real” police with flashing lights. Anyone who puts a flashing light on the roof of their car without authorization can be convicted of official presumption.
There is a risk of a high fine – and in extreme cases even prison. Only very specific institutions are allowed to use blue lights in Germany. If convicted under Section 132 of the Criminal Code (StGB), the man faces a fine or a prison sentence of up to two years. The blue light was seized by the police, and the Mercedes driver now has to answer on suspicion ofofficial presumption.