QCOSTARICA — With the reform of the Ley de Tránsito 9078 en su artículo 147 G (Traffic Law 9078 in its article 147 G ), effective on Monday, December 2, the Traffic Police can no longer fine drivers who do not carry their driver’s license, as long as the document is valid and the person has their cedula (identity card).
“In this sense, officers will be able to request the cedula and thus be able to verify if the person has a valid driver’s license or meets this requirement to drive,” explained Oswaldo Miranda, Director of the Traffic Police.
However, there are several points that drivers must take into account.
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- It is not mandatory to carry a driver’s license: with the recent reform to the Traffic Law, the Traffic Police can now verify a driver’s accreditation by other means.
- The Traffic Police will do everything possible to electronically verify the driver’s information: however, problems may arise that make verification difficult, such as lack of internet coverage or radio communication problems. Problems with telephone communication may also arise, and officers are not required to use their personal phone for this purpose.
- If electronic verification is not possible, that is the traffic officials cannot cross-check the information as above, the driver could be fined ¢26,000 for not carrying their driver’s license
- Though a driver is not required to carry their license, it must be valid. If the license is expired or suspended, the fine will also be ¢26,000.
- It is essential to renew the license on time: drivers must be aware of the expiration date of their license and renew it as they did before.
- It is mandatory to carry an identification document: the driver must identify themself with a cedula so that the officer can corroborate his identity.
- Although not mandatory, it is recommended to always carry the license when behind the wheel in case unforeseen events arise.
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