In Spain, it is easy to find cars whose owners abandon them on public roads because they stop working or are unable to overcome the ITV tests. This situation constitutes a violation in most casessince they must be taken to a scrapyard.
On the other hand, sometimes damaged vehicles are found that are left abandoned in the vicinity of the roads. This is the case of a car crashed near the A-68 near the city of Tudela (Navarra) and has been at that point on the road for more than a month.
Who should remove the abandoned vehicle?
At first, the crashed car It would have to be removed by the owner of the car, or, where appropriate, by its insurance company. However, if the owner does not take care of it for a period of time, as in the case of the A-68, the vehicle will be considered waste.
In these cases, according to Navarra Diary, The Highway Service of the Government of Navarra will have to act ex officio and proceed to the removal of this vehicle to take it to a scrapyard. Finally, it is worth clarifying that the car does not obstruct traffic, although its mere presence may entail some risk for drivers traveling on the aforementioned high-capacity road.
What should you do if you witness a traffic accident?
Firstly, the Civil Guard indicates that there is no need to rush to help accident vehicles, which is why it specifies that It is essential to notify other road users to avoid a sinister future and stay calm. Afterwards, you must call the Civil Guard (062) or the emergency telephone number (112).
Next, the ignition of accident vehicles must be turned off, But you should never touch the gear lever or move damaged cars. When caring for the wounded, the Civil Guard It specifies that those who are trapped or those who are unconscious should not be moved. Once the agents and emergency services arrive, all the details of the incident must be given.
Is it considered a crime not to provide help in a traffic accident?
The answer is yes, Article 51 of the Traffic Law specifies that “the road user who is involved in a traffic accident, witnesses it or is aware of it is obliged to help or request help to care for any victims there may be, provide their collaboration, avoid further danger or damage, “restore, to the extent possible, the safety of traffic and clarify the facts.”
If you ignore this section, the Spanish Penal Code reflects the penalty in its article 195: “Whoever does not help a person who is helpless and in obvious and serious danger, when he or she can do so without risk to himself or third parties, will be punished with a fine of three to twelve months.”
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