In February, the Guardia Civil apprehended two hundred and forty two drivers in the Comunitat Valenciana for various road safety offences. A total of one hundred and six of these drivers were found to be operating vehicles without a valid licence. This group includes drivers who had lost their points, those whose licences were suspended or revoked by court orders, and individuals who had never acquired a driving permit.
Additionally, one hundred and three drivers were identified for driving under the influence of alcohol, while other offences included three for speeding, fifteen for reckless driving, two for leaving the scene of an accident, and thirteen for driving while under the influence of drugs.
The breakdown of offences by province reveals that in Alicante, forty-four drivers were cited for lacking a licence, with thirty-four more for alcohol-related offences. Valencia reported thirty-nine drivers without a licence and fifty-two under the influence of alcohol, while Castellón showed twenty-three drivers without valid permits and seventeen for alcohol-related driving.
These statistics highlight ongoing concerns around road safety and the enforcement of traffic laws in the region, aiming to reduce incidents and improve the safety of all road users.
This article was written with AI assistance and reviewed by a human editor before publication.