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Question 3887

As a general rule, who is responsible for violations of the traffic rules?

  1. The driver of the vehicle, in all cases.
  2. The person who committed the violation, and if that person is a minor, the parents or guardians will also be held responsible.
  3. The vehicle's registered owner and the driver, jointly and severally.
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Correct answer: The person who committed the violation, and if that person is a minor, the parents or guardians will also be held responsible.

As a general rule, the person who commits a violation is responsible for it. If that person is under 18, their parents, legal guardians, foster caregivers, or custodians are jointly and severally liable with them for the fine, although the violation remains the minor's. The driver is not responsible in every case. If an adult passenger is not wearing a seat belt, the passenger is responsible for the violation.

Ley de Tráfico y Seguridad Vial — Real Decreto Legislativo 6/2015