Overview

• Fines for using a smartphone while driving now start at €250, with repeat offenders facing penalties up to €1,400 and potential license suspensions.
• Driving under the influence carries severe consequences, including fines up to €6,000, license revocations, and possible jail time for high blood alcohol levels.
• New rules mandate a minimum 1.5-meter distance when overtaking cyclists to protect vulnerable road users, including many amateur sports enthusiasts.
• E-scooter users face fines for riding without helmets or missing safety equipment, with penalties starting at €50.
• Parking violations, especially on disabled spots or bus lanes, now incur significantly higher fines ranging from €165 to €990.