Czech Police Stage Ticket Strike Over Pay and Conditions

Thousands of Czech officers halt issuing minor traffic fines in protest against low wages and bureaucratic burdens.

Approximately 40,000 police officers in Czechia are participating in a 'ticket strike,' refusing to issue fines for minor traffic violations like speeding and illegal parking.
The protest is driven by demands for better working conditions, including higher salaries and reduced bureaucratic workload.
While minor violations are not being penalized, serious offenses that result in points on driving records are still being enforced.
The Czech police unions have expressed dissatisfaction with the proposed salary increase of 60 euros, demanding a raise of 160 euros instead.
Police leadership criticized the strike, warning it could erode public trust in law enforcement, while unions plan further actions by year-end.