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Polish speed-enforcement and traffic law measures 2026

Overview

Following the ROADPOL ‘Speed’ enforcement campaign in early August 2026, the Polish Ministry of Infrastructure has introduced a draft amendment to traffic laws aimed at tightening speed camera and average speed measurement regulations. A central component of the proposal is the reduction of the speed measurement correction margin from the current 10 km/h to 5 km/h, with a 6 km/h margin applied specifically to highways and expressways. This adjustment is intended to increase the frequency of fines for minor infractions. The amendments also seek to improve the effectiveness of enforcing penalties for red-light violations and railway crossing infractions. The draft introduces a new ‘administrative fee’ for vehicle owners who fail to identify the driver responsible for an offense or ignore official correspondence. To prevent delays in identifying offenders, the rules would require the identified driver to confirm they were operating the vehicle. If a responsible party is not identified within 30 days, owners could face fees ranging from 1,500 PLN to 7,500 PLN. To facilitate enforcement, authorities may establish a Central Register of Violations to track infractions by foreign vehicles, potentially allowing for the impounding of cars or the blocking of border crossings for non-payment. Furthermore, the legislation would require leasing and long-term rental companies to provide user data to the Central Evidence of Drivers. The Ministry of Justice also plans to introduce fines of up to 30,000 PLN for rental companies that provide vehicles to individuals with active court-ordered driving bans. Separately, the Ministry of Interior and Administration is reviewing potential increases to parking fines, which have remained unchanged for 23 years. Lawmaker Małgorzata Tracz has advocated for higher penalties, arguing that current rates are too low compared to paid parking zone fees. In addition to enforcement measures, the Ministry intends to expand mandatory equipment requirements for passenger cars.

Entities

Poland · Roadpol · Polish Police · CANARD · Ministry of Infrastructure

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"ITD inspectors recorded a preliminary breath test of about 2.5 ‰ alcohol."

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"Police conducted a second breath test that showed a blood‑alcohol level over 2.6 ‰."

The first claim states a preliminary breath test was about 2.5 ‰, while the second claim states a second test showed a level over 2.6 ‰.

[DISPUTED] ITD inspectors recorded a preliminary breath test of about 2.5 ‰ alcohol.
[DISPUTED] Police conducted a second breath test that showed a blood‑alcohol level over 2.6 ‰.
[● 7 SOURCES] The proposed law would introduce administrative fees for failing to respond to official traffic violation notices.
[● 6 SOURCES] The Ministry of Infrastructure has submitted a draft amendment to the Road Traffic Law for public consultation.
[● 4 SOURCES] The National Revenue Administration (KAS) identified 492,452 suspected instances of unpaid tolls on the A2 and A4 motorways.
[● 4 SOURCES] A new draft law aims to simplify the prosecution of traffic violations recorded by speed cameras.
[● 3 SOURCES] The proposed law introduces a Central Register of Violations to manage infractions committed by vehicles registered abroad.
[● 3 SOURCES] KAS has sent approximately 166,000 notices to date, covering about one-third of the suspected cases.
[● 3 SOURCES] Under the new draft, vehicle owners would no longer be required to nominate a driver but would receive a notice of violation directly.
[● 2 SOURCES] The CANARD report for the first half of 2026 recorded 825,000 traffic violations, including 401,400 from speed cameras.

Timeline

28 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
Poland Ministry of Infrastructure proposes stricter traffic enforcement and vehicle rules
Poland's Ministry of Infrastructure is proposing stricter traffic laws, including lower speed camera tolerances, higher fines for failing to identify drivers, and mandatory first-aid kits for new cars.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 48 sources
Poland proposes new traffic laws to combat speeding violations
Poland is considering new traffic laws to curb speeding violations. The reform would introduce administrative fees for non-responsive vehicle owners and create a registry for foreign vehicle infractions.
about 2 months ago

[CRIME] 35 sources
Polish police intensify traffic enforcement and penalties across the country
Polish police ramp up traffic enforcement: seizing vehicles, fining speeders, targeting illegal races, and planning a week‑long speed‑check, while a CANARD report logs 825 k violations and a petition pushes for
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 35 sources
European Road Speed Enforcement Operation “Speed” Launches Aug 3‑9
Roadpol’s “Speed” campaign runs 3‑9 Aug 2026 in 31 European states, targeting speeding; Poland warns fines up to 5 000 zł, 15 points and possible 3‑month licence loss for 50 km/h over limits.

Sources

airbnb.pl · augustow.policja.gov.pl · auto-swiat.pl · autokult.pl · biznesinfo.pl · blythandblyth.co.uk · brd24.pl · bydgoszcz.policja.gov.pl · citizennews.org · cosmopolitan.si · ddbelchatow.pl · dolnoslaska.policja.gov.pl · dostawczakiem.pl · dziennik-polityczny.com · dzienniknarodowy.pl · e-prawnik.pl · edziecko.pl · efakt.pl · eostroleka.pl · esanok.pl · escuellar.es · facet.wp.pl · fakt.pl · fakty.elblag.pl · farmer.pl · filmowalodz.pl · finanse.wp.pl · gliwice.policja.gov.pl · infobydgoszcz.pl · infokg.rs · innpoland.pl · instalki.pl · jaw.pl · justynanapiorkowska.natemat.pl · kaszuby24.pl · katowice.policja.gov.pl · katowicedzis.pl · koken.nl · korso.pl · krakowianie.pl · krotoszynska.pl · kujawsko-pomorska.policja.gov.pl · laskonline.pl · ludanyhalaszi.hu · m.fakt.pl · m.natemat.pl · magazynlbq.pl · media.merkur.de

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