SocietyItaly may fine pedestrians who cross roads while looking at their phones

Italy’s draft highway code would fine pedestrians at least €75 for looking at phones or using other distracting devices while crossing roads. Hands-free calls and emergency phone use would remain allowed, as would earphones if both ears can hear adequately. The draft is expected to be approved by mid-October and also proposes tougher penalties for drivers using phones.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-08-24 11:36Original