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New traffic law is causing controversy! With fines exceeding R$2,9 and suspensions of up to two years, drivers who break the rules will face severe punishments. The goal is clear: to save lives and curb recklessness, but is Brazil ready for these drastic changes? A revolution on the roads is coming!
A storm is brewing on the horizon of Brazilian traffic, and those who ignore safety limits could be on the brink of a nightmare.
A new bill promises to transform the rules of the road, with huge fines and severe punishments, including suspension of driver's license for up to two years.
The measure, which has already caused a stir among drivers and experts, promises to be a turning point in the way Brazil views dangerous overtaking.
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At the heart of this proposal is the tightening of rules against risky overtaking, defined as those that put the safety of drivers, passengers, pedestrians and cyclists at risk.
O 1405 / 24 Bill suggests fines that can exceed R$2,9 and long suspensions of the driver's license for offending drivers, in an attempt to curb irresponsible behavior.
Experts see the measure as a decisive step towards reducing accidents and saving lives, while opponents question its viability and practical impact.
Tougher penalties for dangerous overtaking
According to the proposal, overtaking in prohibited areas or in adverse weather conditions will be considered very serious infractions, subject to a fine of R$2.934,70, equivalent to ten times the base value of a very serious fine.
The offender will also face a 12-month driving ban, with the possibility of doubling it to 24 months in the event of a repeat offense within the same period.
Furthermore, an unprecedented restriction is foreseen: punished drivers will not be able to drive on highways for two years.
This measure seeks to create a “quarantine” that limits access to high-speed roads for those who have demonstrated recklessness, prioritizing collective safety.
Alarming statistics support the proposal
Supporters of the project point to alarming data.
In 2023, the National Traffic Department (Denatran) recorded more than 2 million infractions for illegal overtaking, while until July 2024 alone, this number had already exceeded 1,1 million.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), strict measures such as high fines and long suspensions have a direct impact on reducing accidents and deaths in traffic.
This data is reinforced by experts, who state that severe punishments help to create a culture of respect for the law and promote awareness among drivers.
According to the project's authors, the aim is to dissuade risky behavior and protect the most vulnerable, such as pedestrians and cyclists.
Expected impacts on Brazilian traffic
If approved, the project promises to bring significant changes to the dynamics of Brazilian traffic.
Studies suggest that strict penalties encourage caution and reduce the occurrence of dangerous overtaking, creating a safer environment for all road users.
With the new legislation, an increase in inspection is also expected, with authorities reinforcing monitoring on highways and urban roads.
This heightened vigilance could be key to cementing the impact of the new rules, ensuring that penalties are applied consistently and effectively.
Another relevant aspect is the psychological impact on drivers’ attitudes.
When punishments become more severe and more widely publicized, the perception of risk increases, which can lead to a significant reduction in risky behavior.
This change in mentality is essential for Brazilian roads to become safer.
Debate on efficiency and controversies
Despite clear intentions to improve road safety, the project also faces criticism.
Some experts argue that harsher penalties may not be enough to change deeply ingrained behaviors, suggesting the need for educational campaigns and improvements to road infrastructure.
According to Denatran, the history of non-compliance with rules by drivers is one of the biggest challenges to the effectiveness of traffic laws in Brazil.
Therefore, some advocate a broader approach that combines strict punishments with positive incentives and education.
Other critics question the current system's ability to monitor and enforce the penalties provided for in the bill.
Without a significant increase in enforcement resources and technology, violations may continue to occur, even under the new rules.
What lays ahead?
Bill 1405/24 still needs to pass through the Traffic and Transport, and Constitution and Justice and Citizenship committees before being voted on in the plenary of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate.
To date, the discussion about its viability and impact continues to mobilize experts, drivers and road safety entities.
The approval of this project could mark a new era for Brazilian traffic, but it also raises questions about the capacity for implementation and the adherence of consumers. drivers.
Will tightening the rules be enough to curb dangerous overtaking and save lives on the roads?
In the current scenario, it remains to be seen whether these measures will be sufficient to curb dangerous overtaking and reduce the alarming accident rates.
Do you believe that harsher punishments can change the behavior of Brazilian drivers? Leave your opinion in the comments!
First, they should make laws so that the government has to leave the roads in drivable and duplicated conditions, and then implement strict laws to punish the offenders, that way they only block what is no longer moving, because it is one radar taking care of the other and the potholes taking care of the radars, then when it is possible to earn a little the PRF is on the stretch to collect the money (I know they are doing their job (saving lives)), but what to do is this is the way we have to get used to it!!! It is regrettable!!!!
In order to increase the punishment, it is necessary to improve the signage on the roads. To preserve lives in places where there is pedestrian traffic, cyclists, etc., walkways should be created on the rapid transit highways (BRs). The money collected from fines should be used for maintenance and conservation of the roads as well as for educational activities.
Just because there is no walkway and there is pedestrian traffic, it doesn't mean that the golden rosemary can go at 200km/h running over people, run away and think it's going to turn into pizza when it shows up a week later with 5 lawyers. Respect is fundamental.