Denied entry to Japan for previous speeding violation

[ArrynField]

Hongkonger denied entry to Japan for speeding – The Standard

[er2]

The family contended that the authorities had no right to deny their entry and asserted the government had breached their human rights, as stated by the original poster.

Taking a page from the constitutional-rights-of-american-tourists playbook I see.

Unfortunately it does not say whether he was even informed of having been recorded speeding. I once got a ticket from Italy for not paying road toll five years (well, Italy) after having travelled there. Would suck if such a thing sneaks up on you.

[chobochobo]

I read that and thought about posting it, but decided not to because I would need a million emoticons.

They were significantly over the speed limit if I recall.

[north2]

was he denied entry because of the speed violation or because he didn't [pay the fine, which are two different issues

[mtkl]

was he denied entry because of the speed violation or because he didn't [pay the fine, which are two different issues

40 over the limit in Taiwan/Japan/Italy is considered serious speeding. It leaves a criminal record in Japan (possibly Taiwan/Italy too) and a driving suspension. The immigration rejection is likely a response to the criminal element, not the issue of a driving ban.

When you travel, either don’t speed or be very clear which speeding brackets are merely speeding offences and which constitute aggravated/dangerous driving which is obviously worse.

I think you can guess where I have travelled and if I speed or not.

[mtkl]

Hongkonger denied entry to Japan for speeding – The Standard

What a joke, the guy claimed insurance too!

[ArrynField]

I assume it would have to be quite significant to lead to an entry ban. Maybe he was a boy racer and Initial D fanatic engaging in speeding and drifting

The family tried to claim hotel and flight expense from Japan Immigration which they were unsuccessful with. They intend to claim from their travel insurance. Unfortunately Travel Insurance does not cover events like this.

I assume only one person was denied entry. Why waste the hotel and flights? Just enjoy the trip without the person that’s been denied entry and cut your loss.

[RobRoy]

Life as he knows it is over, any sane HK local has to travel there at a bare minimum 4 times per year. Thoughts and prayers..

[shri]

I assume only one person was denied entry. Why waste the hotel and flights? Just enjoy the trip without the person that’s been denied entry and cut your loss.

Unless he was their designated driver?

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