Who is responsible for offences committed while driving?
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Explanation
The **responsibility for traffic violations** committed during driving falls on the person who commits the act in question. This means that if a driver violates a traffic rule, they are the one who must face the consequences, such as paying fines or facing penalties.
- **Drivers and pedestrians**: Both drivers and pedestrians can be responsible for violations. For example, if a driver shows symptoms of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, they must undergo detection tests. If the result is positive, they will face penalties such as fines, loss of driving license points, and even the possibility of going to jail if they have endangered others.
- **Special cases**: There are situations where the driver is responsible even if they have not caused an accident, such as not wearing a helmet when it is mandatory or carrying children in vehicles where it is not allowed.
- **Minors**: If the violation is committed by a person under 18 years of age, the responsibility for paying the fine falls on their parents or guardians.
- **Vehicle owner**: Although the vehicle owner has responsibilities, these are limited to aspects such as documentation, inspections, and the condition of the vehicle, not to the violations committed during driving.
In summary, the **main responsibility** for a traffic violation lies with the **perpetrator**, that is, the person who commits the violation.
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