Penalties and Enforcement - Austria Driving Test

If 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.