R$ 35,216.40! Traffic Violation — Discover the Fine That Can Cost the Price of a Used Car

Written by Fabio Lucas Carvalho

Published on 14/01/2025 at 21:38

Updated on 14/01/2025 at 21:39

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Did You Know That Certain Traffic Violations Can Result in Fines Exceeding R$ 35,000? Discover What These Violations Are, the Consequences for Drivers, and How to Avoid Such Severe Penalties

In Brazil, the year 2025 began with changes in traffic laws. A new legislation, focused mainly on serious infractions, is now in effect and has brought surprises for drivers. The main novelty?

Exorbitant fines and the possibility of suspension of the National Driver’s License (CNH). For those who haven’t updated yet, the impacts can be devastating, with fines exceeding R$ 6,000.

Drivers who disregard the rules will face consequences that go beyond financial penalties. Temporary loss of the right to drive and vehicle removal are some of the penalties foreseen. Understanding the changes is not just necessary; it is urgent.

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Tighter Rules for Serious Violations

The new legislation has toughened punishment for infractions that deliberately disturb traffic. Based on the Article 253-A of the Brazilian Traffic Code (CTB), these infractions now have fines calculated at up to 20 times the value of a serious infraction. This means that a driver can pay R$ 5,869.40 for a single penalty.

And it doesn’t stop there. Those who reoffend within 12 months will see the fine double to R$ 11,738.80. Infractions committed in a coordinated or organized manner reach impressive amounts of R$ 17,608.20. In cases of organized reoffending, the penalty can reach R$ 35,216.40.

Points on the CNH: The Limit for Suspension

To avoid losing the CNH, it is essential to understand how the points system works. Infractions accumulate points that, if they exceed the allowed limit, lead to suspension.

No Serious Infractions: up to 40 accumulated points.
1 Serious Infraction: limit reduced to 30 points.
2 or More Serious Infractions: only 20 points allowed.

The suspended driver is required to undergo a re-education course to regain the right to drive. Therefore, following the rules is not just a matter of safety but also of keeping the license active.

The Weight of Serious Infractions

Serious infractions, in addition to accumulating 7 points on the CNH, come with fines of at least R$ 293.47.

In more severe situations, they may result in vehicle retention, document confiscation, and even imprisonment. These measures aim to enhance safety and curb risky behaviors on Brazilian roads.

Important Changes in CNH Renewal

Another novelty introduced in 2025 is the requirement for additional theoretical and practical exams to renew the CNH. This measure aims to ensure that drivers are always updated on the rules and fit to drive.

Moreover, basic items, such as vehicle mirrors, will undergo rigorous inspection. This adds to the efforts of the National Traffic Council (Contran) to promote safer traffic and reduce the likelihood of accidents.

Impacts and Expectations

The new traffic rules, even if controversial, reflect an attempt to change behaviors and reduce accident rates in the country.

The weight of the fines and the strictness of the penalties indicate that tolerance for infractions will be minimal from now on.

Still, many drivers question the effectiveness of these measures, especially due to the high costs involved.

However, the government hopes that education in traffic and the severity of punishments will be able to change drivers’ mindsets in the long run.

In the meantime, the biggest challenge for Brazilian drivers will be to adapt quickly to the new requirements and, of course, avoid any slip-ups that could weigh on their finances – or on their right to drive.

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Edvaldo

#114575

17/01/2025 00:24

Fazer exames práticos e teóricos de novo, vamos vender tudo logo e enfiar no **** desses políticos, eles andam de aviões, o negócio é arrecadar.

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Draco

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16/01/2025 20:19

Esse tipo de matéria fajuta só serve pra ganhar visualizações, enrola e não informa nada que as pessoas já não tenham conhecimento.

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Pedro

#114348

16/01/2025 17:49

Eles estão muito preocupados com a arrecadação! Esses valores são EXTORSIVOS! RIDÍCULOS!!!!!!

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R$ 35,216.40! Traffic Violation — Discover the Fine That Can Cost the Price of a Used Car

Did You Know That Certain Traffic Violations Can Result in Fines Exceeding R$ 35,000? Discover What These Violations Are, the Consequences for Drivers, and How to Avoid Such Severe Penalties

Tighter Rules for Serious Violations

Points on the CNH: The Limit for Suspension

The Weight of Serious Infractions

Important Changes in CNH Renewal

Impacts and Expectations

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R$ 35,216.40! Traffic Violation — Discover the Fine That Can Cost the Price of a Used Car

Did You Know That Certain Traffic Violations Can Result in Fines Exceeding R$ 35,000? Discover What These Violations Are, the Consequences for Drivers, and How to Avoid Such Severe Penalties

Tighter Rules for Serious Violations

Points on the CNH: The Limit for Suspension

The Weight of Serious Infractions

Important Changes in CNH Renewal

Impacts and Expectations

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Four times faster than the Concorde, capable of taking passengers from New York to London in less than an hour at Mach 5.5, and with an engine that switches from turbojet to ramjet mid-flight at Mach 3.5, the Hermeus Quarterhorse went from paper to its first flight in just 19 months.

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