Control of parking and stopping violations

The control of parking and stopping violations is not carried out only by the police but may also be assigned to other persons authorized by the mayor. In particular, the municipality may appoint municipal employees or staff from public or private companies that manage paid parking areas or regulated parking zones. This includes areas such as city parking spaces and regulated green zones.

The mayor may also assign these functions to personnel involved in public services, such as waste collection or street cleaning. In these cases, the control mainly concerns violations that interfere with these activities, for example vehicles parked in a way that blocks service vehicles.

To perform these duties, personnel must be officially appointed, have no criminal record, and must have completed specific training. While carrying out their duties, they are considered public officials and have authority similar to that of police officers, limited to their assigned tasks.

Staff from public transport companies may also be authorized to monitor violations, particularly in lanes reserved for public transport. This ensures that buses and other public vehicles can circulate without obstruction.

Authorized personnel have the power to detect violations, issue reports, and, where applicable, order the removal of vehicles. However, their powers are limited to the areas for which they have been authorized or to nearby areas when necessary to ensure proper use of spaces, such as access to parking or reserved lanes.

The management of penalties and all subsequent procedures remains the responsibility of the municipality, which also supervises the work of the appointed personnel. Municipalities may also authorize companies managing parking to recover unpaid fees, including penalties and additional costs.

To detect violations, digital tools such as electronic devices and photographic evidence may be used. This allows for more efficient and well-documented enforcement.

Finally, these activities must be organized without creating additional costs for public finances.

❓ Frequently asked questions

What is control of parking and stopping violations?

Control of parking and stopping violations is regulated by Art. 12 bis of the Italian Road Code, within the chapter "I. General Provisions". You'll find the complete explanation above with all the essential details to pass the Italian driving theory exam.

In which chapter of the Italian Road Code is Art. 12 bis?

Art. 12 bis of the Italian Road Code is in the chapter I. General Provisions. You can read the original article on the official ACI portal at this link.

Is this topic important for the Italian driving licence exam?

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