# Traffic safety and regulations in Poland

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/traffic-safety-and-regulations-in-poland
> Updated: 2026-09-05T15:22:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 3.

Traffic safety regulations and speed limit enforcement in Poland involve specific rules regarding signage and vehicle operation. Authorities have clarified that speed-limit signs (B-33) remain in force after intersections unless explicitly terminated by a subsequent sign, such as a B-44. Warsaw police noted that motorists must continue to obey prevailing limits to avoid unintentional violations.

General regulations specify maximum speeds of 120 km/h on dual-carriageway expressways and 100 km/h on single-carriageway expressways for light vehicles. Safety protocols also include the ‘two-second rule’ for following distances and the integration of a two-second delay in CANARD Red Light camera systems to allow vehicles to clear intersections safely. Law enforcement continues to issue fines and penalty points for violations such as overtaking at pedestrian crossings or crossing double solid lines.

Recent discussions regarding regulatory updates focus on improving driver awareness. One proposal involves updating signage for average speed measurement sections (OPP) to include the specific speed limit allowed on the stretch, rather than only indicating the start of the segment. Infrastructure Minister Dariusz Klimczak supports this measure to prevent confusion on highways and expressways.

Furthermore, Senator Krzysztof Kwiatkowski has proposed the mandatory installation of countdown timers on traffic lights at intersections monitored by the Red Light system. This initiative aims to provide drivers with information regarding the time remaining before a signal change, intended to reduce sudden braking and aggressive acceleration. The Ministry of Infrastructure has expressed openness to these solutions.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Poland considers new road safety signage and traffic signal updates

Polish officials are considering new road safety measures, including clearer signage for average speed measurements and mandatory countdown timers at Red Light monitored intersections.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/poland-considers-new-road-safety-signage-and-traffic-signal-updates

### 2026-08-22: Traffic safety and regulations in Poland

Polish traffic regulations highlight varying speed limits on expressways, the dual application of the two-second rule for safety and camera systems, and strict penalties for dangerous maneuvers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/traffic-safety-and-regulations-in-poland

### 2026-08-07: Polish motorists warned speed limits may stay after an intersection

Polish drivers often think speed limits end at intersections, but law requires the B‑33 sign to stay effective until a B‑44 or similar sign appears, Warsaw police say.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/polish-motorists-warned-speed-limits-may-stay-after-an-intersection

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