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The result: more fines, less police, and a job that nobody wanted.
The traffic division of Spain’s Guardia Civil is once again hitting the brakes- not on speeders, but on what they call yet another absurd task handed down by the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico).
Traffic officers, once known to help drivers and stop dangerous driving behaviour, are now a new breed of officer. Sticky Babysitters are fined for playing postman, while speed cameras will charge you for being a babysitter. According to reports, the ‘babysitters’ have had enough.
Photographing plates is the next step in policing
What is the core complaint? The core complaint?
In short, human You can also read about our other services. Road safety has taken a backseat. What is the result? The result? fines – There is a growing feeling that traffic enforcement has become a money-making machine.
Now they are speed camera nannies. The same goes for the other way around.
The DGT also ordered Guardia Civil to maintain and monitor roadside speed cameras.
Officers You can also read about how to get started. Now, you can check the status of radar units fixed in place and record their condition using a tablet. reports. The job is more suitable for a traffic technician. Yet, it falls to the frontline police.
You can also read about the advantages of using The numbers are: Year after year the number of traffic police officers decreases, but their workload continues to increase. Once considered an honourable role, it is now the least sought-after assignment within the Guardia Civil.
As frustrations boil, vandalism increases You can find out more about this by clicking here.
The drivers, on the other hand, don’t take radar attacks lying down. You can also find out more about the following: Spain – You can also like us on Facebook In France, Italy – There is a growing frustration among motorists with the hidden speed cameras and fines. еание point.
The social media is full of videos showing speed cameras being torched or sliced off their poles. And it’s not just a one-off – this kind of vandalism has become almost routine.
This sabotage has been so widespread, that over a period of a year, the DGT purchased reinforced anti-vandal radio boxes. These reinforced metal units include security glass, WiFi and climate control.
Public safety or fine agriculture?
The shift in their duties from safety to sanctions is a major issue for many officers.
Spain’s traffic police system focuses on road It is important to be aware of the safety measures that are in place. – Or is it just fine agriculture wrapped in a hi-vis vest?
No wonder morale is at a low point.
FACTS AT A GLANCE
- Guardia Civil Traffic officers maintain fixed speed cameras as part of the duties they perform.
- Some drivers believe that DGT methods are more about punishment than prevention.
- Spain is seeing an increase in vandalism towards speed cameras. This trend has been seen in France and Italy.
- DGT has responded with vandal-proof radar boxes that are reinforced with steel and have advanced features.
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