New Highway Code: 385 Driving Licenses Withdrawn in Naples in January

Naples - 385 driving licenses were withdrawn in the month of January in Naples in application of the administrative sanctions provided for by the new Highway Code, which came into force in its updated version in mid-December.

The data, released by the Neapolitan Prefecture, highlights an increase in measures adopted to ensure greater road safety.

In particular, the majority of recalls (235) were issued for the improper use of electronic devices while driving. This was followed by 31 provisions for drunk driving, 16 for driving under the influence of narcotics or psychotropic substances, 4 for failure to give way or failure to provide assistance and 12 following road accidents. Another 87 provisions were adopted for various violations of the Code.

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During the same month, 272 driving licenses were suspended, of which 177 for improper use of devices while driving and 95 for other violations. In addition, 31 licenses were revoked as an accessory administrative sanction.

Procedures for 47 revocation proceedings initiated

The Prefecture's action was not limited to withdrawals: since January 350st, 65 positions of candidates for the driving test have been analyzed, with XNUMX denials to obtain the title due to the lack of subjective requirements.

Furthermore, 47 revocation procedures were started, 2 revocations were adopted due to loss of requirements and 34 requests were processed relating to revocations, denials or updates of the patent. In addition, three information reports were sent to the Ministry of the Interior and the District Attorney's Office of Naples and two driving license withdrawal orders were adopted in compliance with judicial authority rulings.

“The particular attention on the topic continues, in consideration of the importance of ensuring rigorous compliance with the reference legislation for safe driving, to protect users and the community”, reads a note from the Prefecture.

The increase in checks and sanctions highlights the authorities' desire to combat dangerous driving behavior, with the aim of reducing the number of accidents and ensuring greater safety on city streets.