Italy Proposes Fines for Pedestrians Distracted by Mobile Phones

Italian lawmakers are considering new legislation to impose fines on pedestrians who cross streets while distracted by their mobile phones. The proposed measure aims to reduce traffic accidents and improve overall road safety.

27 Aug, 13:25 — 27 Aug, 13:25

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Italy to fine careless pedestrians crossing road while looking at phones

In Italy, the government has drafted an update to its traffic code to fine pedestrians caught staring at their screens while crossing the road. The measure, set to be approved by mid-October, comes after several court rulings that have held careless pedestrians responsible for accidents.

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First report: 24ur · 27 Aug, 05:03|Full coverage: 4 · 8h|Window: 8h

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24ur27 Aug, 05:03First to report

Globa za pešce s telefonom v roki?

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Szigoríthatnak az olaszok: bírságolnák a gyalogosokat, akik az úttestre lépve is mobiloznak

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20-minuten27 Aug, 12:03

Mit dem Handy über die Strasse laufen könnte nun teuer werden

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France 2427 Aug, 13:25Latest update

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Italy Proposes Fines for Pedestrians Distracted by Mobile Phones

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Italy to fine careless pedestrians crossing road while looking at phones

Coverage Timeline

Globa za pešce s telefonom v roki?

Szigoríthatnak az olaszok: bírságolnák a gyalogosokat, akik az úttestre lépve is mobiloznak

Mit dem Handy über die Strasse laufen könnte nun teuer werden

Italy to fine careless pedestrians crossing road while looking at phones

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