Penalties and Enforcement
- 1/30If speeding 10–20 km/h over the limit
Driving a truck 10–20 km/h over the legal limit can result in a fine between €50 and €150.
If speeding 30 km/h or more over the limit
Exceeding the limit by 30 km/h or more can lead to fines of €300–€2,180 and possible licence suspension.
If driving without valid CPC (Code 95)
Operating commercially without a valid CPC can result in fines up to €5,000.
If exceeding permitted driving hours
Breaching EU/AT driving hours regulations can lead to fines up to €5,000.
If falsifying tachograph or rest records
Tampering with records carries fines between €1,000 and €5,000 and possible criminal prosecution.
If driving an overweight truck
Exceeding permitted weight limits can result in fines from €300 to €5,000.
If operating an unroadworthy vehicle
Driving with dangerous mechanical faults can lead to fines between €100 and €5,000 and vehicle seizure.
If driving without correct category licence
Operating without the right licence type can result in fines up to €2,180.
If failing to wear a seatbelt
Not using a seatbelt when required can lead to fines between €35 and €50.
If ignoring a traffic light or signal
Violating traffic lights or signals can result in fines from €70 to €726.
If using a handheld mobile phone while driving
Using a mobile device while driving can incur fines between €50 and €100.
If overtaking illegally or changing lanes unsafely
Unsafe overtaking or lane changes carry fines from €70 to €150.
If refusing an alcohol or drug test
Refusal to take a test can lead to licence loss and fines between €800 and €5,900.
If exceeding local school zone speed limit
Driving above the posted school zone limit can result in fines from €50 to €150.
If failing to secure cargo properly
Unsafe load security can result in fines between €300 and €5,000.
If blocking a pedestrian crossing
Stopping on a crossing can incur fines from €70 to €150.
If ignoring weight restriction signs
Violating posted weight limits can result in fines between €300 and €5,000.
If entering a restricted road without permit
Driving in restricted areas without authorisation can lead to fines of €70–€150.
If parking dangerously or obstructively
Dangerous or obstructive parking can incur fines between €70 and €150.
If failing to display warning triangles when stopped
Not displaying a warning triangle during breakdowns can result in fines of €35–€50.
If failing to comply with police stop orders
Not stopping when instructed by police can lead to fines from €70 to €726.
If breaching environmental zone rules
Entering a low-emission zone without compliance can result in fines between €70 and €150.
If driving with defective brakes
Brake faults can lead to fines between €100 and €5,000 and vehicle prohibition.
If using defective tyres
Worn or unsafe tyres can result in fines between €100 and €5,000.
If failing to dim headlights when required
Not dipping headlights appropriately can lead to fines of €35–€50.
If failing to report an accident
Not reporting a collision can result in fines between €70 and €726.
If driving with an expired licence
Operating with an expired licence can result in fines up to €2,180.
If ignoring temporary roadwork signals
Disobeying temporary signals in work zones can result in fines from €70 to €150.
If tailgating another vehicle
Following too closely can incur fines between €70 and €150.
If breaching hazardous goods regulations
Non-compliance with ADR dangerous goods rules can result in fines up to €5,000.