A bus has been fined on Carrer Met Miravitlles in Figueres for stopping to pick up or drop off passengers outside the bus station. The Guàrdia Urbana intervened at the time of the incident and sanctioned the driver on the spot.
Unauthorized stop and occupation of the bike laneThe vehicle was providing passenger transport services without the corresponding authorization, according to the City Council. Officers detected that the bus was improperly occupying the bike lane, which caused disruptions to the usual traffic in the area
This conduct is considered a serious offense according to the municipal traffic ordinance. The fine was imposed and collected on the spot, following the usual procedure of the Guàrdia Urbana in these types of cases.
Municipal Warning and Mobility Control
The council has recalled that stops to pick up or drop off passengers must only be made in designated areas. Occupying the bike lane can create safety and mobility problems for other road users.
"We will continue to act against these types of infractions to ensure compliance with regulations and the smooth running of traffic in the city" - Spokesperson, Figueres City Council
The police operation is part of routine checks to ensure compliance with municipal regulations. The City Council emphasizes the importance of maintaining order in traffic, especially in sensitive areas such as the vicinity of the station and the lanes reserved for bicycles.