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Speeders without a license: 22,000 euros in damage due to outburst of anger in Dresden!
An Audi driver was convicted in Dresden after kicking a speed camera and driving without a license.
Speeders without a license: 22,000 euros in damage due to outburst of anger in Dresden!
In recent weeks, an incident in Dresden caused a stir. A 24-year-old man from Greece was caught speeding at the end of November 2023 while driving his Audi more than 12 km/h above the speed limit of 50 km/h. But that wasn't enough: the driver didn't have a driver's license and had already been convicted several times for driving without a license. Unfortunately, the fun ended with a devastating incident when the man stepped on the speed camera and caused it significant damage. The damage to the flash unit amounts to over 22,000 euros, as Sächsische.de reports.
After the incident, the speeder fled, but was quickly identified by the police - the license plate recognition led to him being caught. 1.5 years after the incident, the defendant had to appear before the Dresden District Court. According to the public prosecutor's office, he had committed several crimes: driving without a license and destroying important police equipment. The strict regulations in Germany must be observed here, as driving without a driver's license is a serious matter that can be punished according to Section 21 of the Road Traffic Act (StVG), as Fahrerscheinumtausch.com explains in detail.
Trial and verdict
During the court hearing, his defense attorney pointed out the excessive amount of damage, but the judge decided on a lenient sentence. The defendant was sentenced to six months probation and was given the opportunity to obtain a driver's license in the future. This is particularly noteworthy as penalties for driving without a license can normally be severe, often starting with fines of around 500 euros and can extend up to a year in prison, as ADAC informs.
Driving without a valid license is not only a legal problem, but also a social problem. Anyone who drives without a driver's license not only endangers themselves, but also other road users. The penalties are drastic and can significantly affect a person's career prospects if they are traveling without the appropriate license. In addition, an incident like this could also result in negative entries in the criminal record, which can make the job search extremely difficult. It is therefore advisable to regularly inform yourself about your own driving license status and, if necessary, to take timely measures to regain your driving license.
Overall, this case shows once again how important it is to take road safety regulations seriously and to have a proper driving license. The incident not only caused financial damage, but also raised questions about general road safety.