Phones while driving, Salvini: 72,422 licenses revoked. Here’s when the suspension kicks in

Matteo Salvini announced that 72,422 driving licenses have been revoked for using mobile phones while driving since the new road code took effect. The new regulations, effective from December 14, 2024, impose fines ranging from 250 to 1,000 euros for such offenses. A one-week suspension of the driving license occurs if a driver is caught using a phone and has at least 10 points on their license. If points are lower, the suspension extends to 15 days. Repeat offenders face increased fines up to 1,400 euros and longer suspensions.