📖 VII. Final and Transitional Provisions · Art. 240

Entry into force of the Highway Code

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This article defines the official date when the Highway Code comes into force. All provisions of the Code become effective from January 1, 1993.

From that date, all rules related to road traffic, penalties, driving licences, vehicles, and user behavior must be followed by anyone using the road.

The text also confirms that the decree has been formally approved and included in the official collection of Italian laws, ensuring its legal validity.

Finally, it establishes a general obligation: everyone must comply with these rules, and authorities are responsible for enforcing them. This makes the Code binding for all citizens and institutions.

📜 Reference article: Art. 240 of the Italian Road Code.
🔗 Read the official text of Art. 240 on the ACI portal (Italian)

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What is entry into force of the highway code?
Entry into force of the Highway Code is regulated by Art. 240 of the Italian Road Code, within the chapter "VII. Final and Transitional 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. 240?
Art. 240 of the Italian Road Code is in the chapter VII. Final and Transitional 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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