Croatia to amend traffic laws following illegal racing in Rijeka

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Following a series of unannounced car meets and illegal racing incidents in Rijeka and on the island of Krk, Croatian authorities are implementing urgent changes to the Road Traffic Safety Act. The recent gatherings involved high-speed driving, drifting, and the use of pyrotechnics, which culminated in the blockage of major traffic hubs like the Škurinje roundabout. Police reported hundreds of traffic violations and the removal of dozens of vehicles from the roads.

The new legislative amendments aim to close a legal loophole by explicitly prohibiting the participation, organization, or encouragement of illegal races without official authorization. Penalties for these offenses will include fines ranging from 1,320 to 2,650 euros, a six-month driving ban, and six penalty points.

Rijeka Mayor Iva Rinčić has condemned the dangerous behavior, stating that the city is not a playground for reckless driving, and has called for a detailed police report on how the situation escalated. Local political leaders have also weighed in, with some calling for accountability regarding the police response to the widespread disruptions.

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HDZ Rijeka · Iva Rinčić · Krka · Primorsko-goranska Police Administration · Rijeka · Vilija Branta Boulevard · Zlatica

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[● 2 SOURCES] Residents of the Zlatica settlement are facing long-term infrastructure problems. otvoreno.me · www.aktuelno.me
[● 2 SOURCES] Residents are calling on the city administration to visit the area and find solutions on the ground. otvoreno.me · www.aktuelno.me
[● 2 SOURCES] Students must cross up to eight lanes of traffic on Vilija Branta Boulevard without traffic lights. otvoreno.me · www.aktuelno.me
[● 2 SOURCES] There is a lack of sidewalks, road signage, and traffic directions in the area. otvoreno.me · www.aktuelno.me