The Buenos Aires government also highlighted other infractions with updated values, such as speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and not wearing a seat belt.
The government of the province of Buenos Aires announced a increase in fines for those who drive on the shoulder, an emergency lane on routes and highways.
According to official sources, since November 2024, The penalties for this violation can vary between $267,000 and $1,336,000, depending on the severity of the offense, since the fines are calculated in fixed units (UF), whose value is $1,366 until December.
In addition, other violations with updated fines stand out, such as speeding, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and not wearing a seat belt, with penalties that also range between $267,000 and more than one million pesos.
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The updated values of fines in the province of Buenos Aires
- Speeding: between $200,400 and $1,336,000.
- Driving with excess alcohol in the blood or consuming drugs: between $267,200 and $1,336,000.
- Driving the wrong way or on the shoulder: from $267,200 to $1,336,000
- Bad parking: from $66,800 to $133,600
- Running a red light: between $133,600 and $400,800.
- Not using a seat belt: between $133,600 and $400,800.
- Driving without a license: from $66,800 to $133,600
Why driving on the shoulder is prohibited
The authorities explain that Traffic on the shoulder is prohibited because these areas are not designed for traffic, being more unstable and dangerous.. The shoulders, which are intended only for emergenciescan cause accidents due to their uneven surface, the risk of objects in the road, reduced visibility, or possible interference with other vehicles.
Furthermore, its constant use could make rescue tasks difficult in the event of an accident. In October, more than 10,000 breathalyzer tests were carried out, reinforcing security on Buenos Aires routes, along with other road control measures.
Traffic fines in the province are updated every two months and are regulated by a system based on fixed units.
Source: Ambito
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