As a result of information published in the newspaper ‘El País’ and other national media on July 12 about the acquittal of a driver who fled after running over a cyclist and was stopped at his home, triple the alcohol, the Spanish Bicycle Table the road safety room prosecutor is asked to appeal this sentence to guarantee the rights of cyclists and the safety of the citizen.
These types of sentences show that in some cases, legal loopholes are exploited to dictate acquittal to people who clearly show contempt for the safety of the public and the victims. This is why we ask the prosecution to fulfill its mission to protect public order and defend the most vulnerable.
“The message this sentence sends is that if you’re driving drunk and running into someone, it’s worth the escape,” he declared. David Saiz (hit-and-run victim).
From Spanish Bicycle Table We also request Senate approval, without further formalities or amendments, of the Penal Code reform approved in the Congress of Deputies, with the support of the entire cycling community, and promoted at the request of the Board. of Spain. of the bike.
The Spanish Bicycle Table was formed by Association of Professional Cyclists (ACP)The Association of Brands and Bicycles of Spain (AMBE), Ciclojuristasthe International Mountain Bicycling Association Spain (IMBA) and la Royal Spanish Cycling Federation (RFEC) which brings together the promotion of bicycles in Spain.
Source: La Verdad
I am an experienced and passionate journalist with a strong track record in news website reporting. I specialize in technology coverage, breaking stories on the latest developments and trends from around the world. Working for Today Times Live has given me the opportunity to write thought-provoking pieces that have caught the attention of many readers.
