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A 17-year-old motorcyclist in Thessaloniki faces fines exceeding €22,000 for dangerous driving after he was arrested following a police chase.

The Mie Prefectural Police have searched the company of the truck driver involved in a fatal six-person accident on the New Meishin Expressway for potential violations related to negligent driving.

Digital influencer Plínio Palmeira, known as 'Benga TV', was arrested in São Paulo for drug trafficking and dangerous driving practices.

A digital influencer had several cars seized by police in Campinas, SP, after being reported for driving at a reckless speed of 283 km/h.

A BMW driver recklessly sped in front of an unmarked police car in Helsinki, leading to a chase that lasted over ten kilometers before the driver was stopped and charged with serious traffic safety violations.

Traffic police in the Attica region conducted a special operation leading to 15 arrests and nearly 5,000 traffic violations identified over a weekend survey.

In the past 24 hours, 12 drivers were caught operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol in Latvia according to the State Police.

In Latvia, nine drivers were apprehended for driving under the influence of alcohol within a 24-hour period.

In Bratislava, police are using drones to monitor traffic violations, including running red lights and using phones while driving, leading to an increase in fines for drivers unaware of drone surveillance.

Brantford police issued tickets to 26 drivers who attempted to bypass traffic by driving the wrong way on a one-way street following a collision on Highway 403.

A man arrested near a synagogue in Trondheim for high-speed driving is facing multiple traffic violations and is also suspected of car theft.

Lithuanian police conducted a safety operation targeting drivers, resulting in several arrests for driving under the influence and other road violations.

In a recent three-day period, authorities in Klaipėda County reported multiple incidents involving drunk driving and road traffic violations.

Police in Carnikava arrested an elderly man who was driving without a valid license, insurance, or necessary vehicle inspections after drinking with friends.

A recent study from Latvia indicates that drivers with higher levels of empathy are less likely to be involved in traffic accidents and violations.

During routine traffic monitoring, the Latvian police recorded 432 speed violations, with several BMW drivers losing their driving licenses due to excessive speeding.

Starting from this Friday, motorcycle riders in Sorocaba, Brazil, caught using the BRT exclusive lanes will face fines and points deducted from their driving licenses after a grace period.

Footage captured by a police drone shows five drivers overtaking a truck on a no-passing line, highlighting dangerous driving behavior.

Traffic fines in Argentina have increased significantly for common violations as of March 2026, affecting drivers' costs and license renewals.

Two drivers lost their licenses after driving significantly over the speed limit, along with others penalized for similar offenses during a police control.

The Azuay vice prefect Alexandra Quintanilla has been declared guilty of traffic violations after being caught driving under the influence.

A woman driving a BMW in Jurmala broke through a level crossing barrier while attempting to evade legal consequences by claiming someone else was driving.

In Klaipeda, Lithuania, police reported 458 traffic violations in a week, highlighting a significant concern related to drunk driving.

Ecuadorian Vice Prefect Alexandra Quintanilla was sentenced to 30 days in prison for driving under the influence after being found guilty of traffic violations in Cuenca.

In Thessaloniki, police have conducted targeted traffic checks leading to multiple arrests of drivers for violations including speeding, drunk driving, and driving without a valid license.

The number of drivers caught using their cell phones while driving in Presidente Prudente has increased by over 20% from 2024 to 2025, raising concerns about road safety.

In 2025, Alagoas saw 1,752 drivers have their National Driver's License suspended due to serious traffic violations, primarily for running red lights and driving in bus lanes.

One individual is sentenced to jail for assault, while another loses their driving rights due to speeding violations.

Poland is tightening its traffic laws by permanently revoking driving licenses for new violations and introducing severe penalties including imprisonment.

Over 30,000 serious traffic violations in Rio Grande do Sul have expired, allowing offenders to avoid penalties, as the Federal Public Ministry investigates the lack of enforcement.

Aigars Šķēls, the Deputy Mayor of Madona, has faced nearly 40 administrative penalties, primarily for traffic violations, including driving under the influence.

A foreign driver was stopped on Senja, Norway, for erratic driving, leading to legal action against them for traffic violations.

Proposed government changes would restrict driving hours for 17-year-olds with special licenses in Finland and introduce penalties for violations.

New York's DMV warns that first-time drivers face immediate penalties for certain violations during their initial months of driving.

New York's DMV has enforced new regulations that increase points assigned for traffic violations to expedite administrative penalties.

The Italian Interior Ministry clarified that SafeDrive monitoring systems can assist in law enforcement but cannot autonomously issue fines for violations like not wearing seatbelts or using a phone while driving.

Norway is increasing fines for traffic violations, including speeding, running red lights, and using mobile phones while driving.

A 16-year-old boy was stopped by the police for driving at 120 km/h in a 60 zone in Skien, Norway.

A bus driver is under investigation by the police in Finland for serious traffic safety violations after allegedly driving dangerously on highway 9, putting passengers and oncoming traffic at risk.

The article provides guidance on how drivers can check if their vehicles have been fined on Buenos Aires' roads, emphasizing the importance of respecting speed limits to avoid penalties.

Finnish police conducted inspections on over 1,300 heavy vehicles, revealing serious violations among drivers, including issues with driving times and equipment malfunctions.

Over 237 traffic violations, including instances of children not wearing seatbelts, were recorded by law enforcement in Klaipėda.

Klaipėda police conducted a series of raids, identifying over 30 individuals, including four children, driving without seat belts and arresting several drivers for various traffic violations.

Police in Gyeonggi Province discovered school buses transporting children without mandatory insurance, leading to a crackdown on such violations.

A man was caught driving in the wrong direction and claimed to have forgotten his driver's license, despite being prohibited from driving.

A 31-year-old motorcyclist was arrested in Thessaloniki for reckless driving after he attempted to evade a police check by speeding and consistently running red lights.

An American social media personality was fined by New South Wales police for negligent driving after a large group of ebike riders illegally gathered on the Sydney Harbour Bridge during peak-hour traffic.

A 26-year-old man was sentenced to 30 days in jail for driving 60 km in the wrong direction on the A1 highway while drunk and without a driver's license.

Amanda Vasconcelos Barbosa Tavares Reis, wife of Brazilian country singer Henrique, was arrested in Orlando for driving violations without a valid license, highlighting the process to obtain a temporary driving permit for use abroad.

A 17-year-old teenager was caught speeding at 189km/h in Queensland, leading police to inform him that his mother would be contacted regarding his reckless behavior.