Yes the 17Euro fine does seem low so that bit may not be accurate. But as Jan says there...you need an ever growing list of gadgetry in your car in order to drive over there. I have visions of myself sucking a breathalyser while wearing a high visibity vest and applying first aid to my wounded image ..all at the same time.
Andy always good to hear the situation from France itself , and yes a good idea to keep in well with the local Gendarmerie there..and the item itself only 2 euros, thats not too bad on the purse.
Yes the Gendarmes are scary it may be down to carrying those guns everywhere...even in the smallest quietest towns you see it. I wont drop any chewing gum on the ground over there in a hurry !
