Distractions caused by driving together with alcohol are the main cause of accidents in motor vehicles. This has led the General Directorate of Traffic to take very serious measures in this regard. Above all, regarding the use of mobile phones.
Last week we talked to you about the possibility of a penalty for handling the phone’s GPS while driving. Today the issue is similar, since many users have quite a few doubts when it comes to using various devices behind the wheel, such as smart watches.
These accessories have become exceedingly popular tools . Mainly, because they help us to consult the information of our terminal in a fast and accessible way. Despite these properties that it guarantees, it is extremely important not to clear your view of the road, since even minimal distraction can cause a loss. That is why the DGT has decided to implement a fine for those who decide to look at their smartwatch while they are in command of the car.
Save yourself looking at the clock
The General Directorate of Traffic has taken action on the matter so that the number of accidents around distraction is considerably reduced. Based on the Law on Traffic, Circulation of Motor Vehicles and Safety, it is completely forbidden to use the smartwatch , and in the case of doing so, it is subject to a fine as it is considered a serious offense .
This issue is framed within article 76 , which states that manually controlling devices such as mobile phones, browsers or other similar devices is fully punishable. This means that, although it is not mentioned exactly, a smartwatch falls within these concepts.
Even so, it is quite difficult to judge whether a message was being consulted or just glancing at the time. Whatever the reason, you should pay full attention to the road regardless of the activity in question. In the event that an agent decides to fine us for using the smartwatch, the penalty is based on 200 euros and the loss of three points of the driving license.
Can I wear it?
Simply wearing a smartwatch on your wrist cannot be penalized for any reason . This would imply that they could also do it by keeping our phone in their pocket. Unless it is a device that directly interferes with the operation of the car, you cannot be fined.
The only possible fines in relation to this problem are related to distraction when keeping an eye on the smartwatch or manipulating it while the vehicle is in motion. In both cases the fine is the same, that is, the one mentioned a little above.
When you are driving you can not only endanger your life, but also that of other passengers and members of vehicles on the road. Under this premise, it is of great relevance that our concentration is fixed on what happens on the road and nothing else.
