A young man was fined for drunkenness while walking home after drinking too much alcohol.
The events occurred during the night between Cavi di Lavagna and Chiavari (GenoVa), where a patrol of the Carabinieri stopped him while he was hitchhiking on the sidewalk.Article Key Points
Drunk Man Fined Even While Walking: What Happened
The young man was caught at 2.30 am along the Via Aurelia, presenting himself with clear signs of drunkenness, such as difficulty walking, red eyes and slurred speech, as reported in the report drawn up by the military.
What the penal code says
After being identified, he was charged with the offence under Article 688 of the Penal Code, which provides for a fine from 51 euros to 309, reduced to 102 euros for those who find themselves drunk in a public place. The only “satisfaction” for the young man was not to sign the report and to refuse to collect it. For him, in fact, a fine of 102 euros for drunkenness.
Article published on 28 December 2024 - 07:40