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A Paraguayan driver used beach chairs to hide the rear license plate of his car and avoid fines on highways in Santa Catarina. Caught between Governador Celso Ramos and Florianópolis, the case caught the attention of the PRF, which emphasized the need to approach and issue a ticket. Reporting to 191 is essential to curb such infractions.
The audacity of a foreign driver on Brazilian highways has left many drivers and authorities intrigued. Recently, a case caught on camera between Governador Celso Ramos and Florianópolis drew attention due to the creativity with which a driver tried to evade inspection.
The situation, recorded on video, highlighted a problem that challenges the authorities' actions and reveals the audacity of those trying to escape the rules.
A recent incident, recorded between Governador Celso Ramos and Florianópolis, revealed an unexpected strategy used to escape fines.
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The case, which seems to have come straight out of a movie script, sheds light on the creativity of some people to circumvent traffic laws and challenges the effectiveness of enforcement.
Conduct caught on SC highways
According to information released by the portal NA+, a Paraguayan tourist was caught driving on BR-101 and BR-282 (Via Expressa) using an unusual technique to hide the rear license plate of his car.
He used strategically positioned beach chairs to obstruct the vehicle's identification, a maneuver that caught the attention of other drivers and was reported by a witness.
As found out, the incident was recorded by a reader and viewer of ND Group, who recorded the incident and sent the images captured on the route between Governador Celso Ramos and Florianópolis to the newsroom. The situation reflects a clear attempt to circumvent traffic rules and avoid fines.
Very serious infraction, but with legal limitations
The PRF (Federal Highway Police) was contacted and confirmed that such conduct is classified as a very serious infraction, according to the Brazilian Traffic Code.
The driver may be fined R$293, with the possibility of having the vehicle impounded until the license plate is properly legible.
In comparison, infractions such as running a red light or parking in a prohibited area also have similar values, reinforcing that attempting to hide a license plate is considered equally serious by the Brazilian Traffic Code.
This highlights the importance of treating these practices seriously to avoid the feeling of impunity.
However, there is a catch: for the fine to be applied, the infraction must be witnessed by a traffic officer.
This means that, even when faced with evidence such as videos or photos, authorities cannot directly charge the offender.
“Inspection can only occur if there is an approach at the time of the incident”, highlighted a PRF representative.
What to do if you find yourself in a similar situation?
The PRF recommends that, when witnessing illegal behavior like this, citizens immediately contact 191.
Prompt and detailed reports can help authorities intercept the vehicle and apply appropriate sanctions.
When calling 191, try to provide the exact location of the incident, the direction in which the vehicle is traveling, the visual characteristics of the car, such as model, color and partial license plate number, as well as clearly describing the irregular behavior that was detected.
This information significantly increases the chances of an effective approach.
Impact of the driver's case and reflection on society
Cases like this raise a broader discussion about respect for traffic laws and the need for greater awareness among drivers.
Measures such as educational campaigns, more frequent inspections at critical points and greater dissemination of penalties can contribute to this awareness.
Furthermore, partnerships between driver training schools and traffic authorities can reinforce learning about the importance of following the rules from the first time a driver is licensed.
Attempting to circumvent rules, in addition to representing a lack of respect for the norms, also puts safety on the highways at risk.
According to traffic experts, attitudes like this can inspire others to try to escape inspection, creating an environment of impunity.
Therefore, it is essential that both citizens and authorities collaborate to ensure safer and fairer traffic for everyone.
Although creative, the strategy used by the Paraguayan driver reflects a serious problem that goes beyond the infraction itself: the attempt to escape legal consequences through dishonest actions.
It is up to the authorities and society as a whole to curb this type of behavior so that our highways are safer and fairer.
Report irregularities, demand stricter enforcement and share the importance of following traffic laws.
Your attitude can make a difference in creating more conscious and responsible traffic for everyone. And you, what would you do if you caught a situation like this? Comment below!
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I wouldn't do anything. The police are the ones who should be doing this, inspecting us. We already pay them high salaries so they can fuck us. Lots of laws and little results. Their business is to collect money. Do you think they are worried about our safety? LOL.