Tag: Fines and Sanctions

The DGT made it quite clear on their social networks. “Just as the pavement is for pedestrians, the bike lane is for the cyclists. Do not use it for running, walking, or parking”. As far as the driver is concerned, parking is prohibited on bike lanes. The law will punish those who obstruct, totally or …

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Since the law in Spain changed recently, a number of questions have arisen regarding using a mobile phone when driving. Using a mobile phone when driving is never a good idea, since distractions are one of the principal contributing factors to road traffic collisions. In Spain, you risk a fine and the loss of 6 …

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It is mandatory to carry your driving licence with you when you drive a car in Spain. The document also serves as an identity card and so there are benefits to having it with you other than the fact it is mandatory, however, there are occasions when we may forget to carry it or choose …

Last week, the Guardia Civil, assisted by the local, regional and National Police, were carrying out an extensive surveillance campaign looking for drivers who had consumed alcohol or drugs before driving, and as the season continues, so do the campaigns. Spain does have a prescribed limit, which is less than other countries, including the UK …

In November of last year we issued our first warning that the law would be changed in order to regulate some of the electric scooters which are becoming increasingly popular in Spain. Despite the first set of restrictions being implemented, it would appear that some people are still choosing not to believe the official information, …