The Fine for Driving with Helmets: Cost and Regulations Explained

Do you know what the fine is for driving with helmets? We tell you what the cost is and why these devices are prohibited inside the vehicle.

When driving, it is necessary that all your senses are present on the road so that you can pay attention to all the sounds and visualize what is happening around you. The use of headphones reduces the possibility of hearing noises that do not come from the device, so their use is not permitted. We tell you what the fine is for driving with helmets and what the regulations say about it.

Can you drive with helmets?

Driving with helmets or headphones It is not allowed according to the General Traffic Law since its use poses a danger to traffic. This is because the ear is not attentive to driving and is therefore considered a distraction while driving. These prohibitions are only imposed on the driver and when the car is on or in motion. In the car, if you want to listen to music or talk on the phone you should always do so with approved or hands-free systems that leave your ears free, this reduces distractions.

What is the fine for driving with helmets?

As you can see, driving with helmets, whatever type they are, is prohibited by traffic regulations, which entails a penalty if the driver is intercepted by an agent driving with these devices in their ears. This is because driving with them is putting the road safety of the driver and other road occupants at risk. Thus, the penalty you may face for driving with headphones It is set at 200 euros and the loss of 3 points of the card.

This penalty applies whether the headphones are turned on or not. That is, if you are wearing the helmets even if you are not using them at that moment, it will also be grounds for a penalty since it is an object that hearing loss on the road.

Are there any circumstances in which they can be used?

Given the above, you may have wondered if there is the possibility of being able to use helmets in the car. The truth is that you can use it, but as long as a series of conditions are met, such as: being parked and with the car turned off or if you are a co-pilot or companion. At this point you should keep in mind that if you are the driver of the car and you are parked incorrectly or with the car stopped, for example at a traffic light, you will not be able to use the headphones.

If you like avoid unnecessary fines and endanger your physical integrity and that of the rest of the occupants on the road, the best option is to forget about helmets while driving. Currently there are many systems that allow you to safely take calls and enjoy music in your car without distractions. Furthermore, if you want to travel completely peacefully, you can count on the coverage offered by the MAPFRE Car Insurance to attend to any unforeseen event that may arise on the road.

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