Despite the mandate in Traffic Law 63-17 requiring all vehicles to display license plates, numerous government and military vehicles are routinely seen on the roads without them. The situation has been increasing with thousands of new vehicles in circulation, 7 Dias reports. Jobs in government come with the perk of attractive plans so employees an acquire new vehicles.
A previous administration had issued a decree compelling government agencies to ensure that all state-owned vehicles were properly plated. However, enforcement of this rule has significantly weakened, allowing for a surge in non-compliant vehicles. 7 Dias reports that now, not only military vehicles but also those belonging to the National Police, and the ministries of Health, Education and Public Works are doing the same. Even emergency services like the 911 system have been observed operating without the...
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