Right of Way
24.03.2026 | Traffic law
Right of Way Right of way in Austrian traffic law bindingly regulates which road user may use a specific traffic area first—particularly intersections, junctions, lanes, or crossings—and which road user …
Road system
18.03.2026 | Traffic law
Road system Austria’s road system describes the legally regulated, functionally structured entirety of all public traffic areas for road transport. It comprises a hierarchically organised network of different road categories …
Principle of Trust
18.03.2026 | Traffic law
Principle of Trust The principle of trust is a fundamental principle of Austrian traffic law. It states that every road user may generally rely on the fact that other persons …
Intoxicants in Road Traffic
18.03.2026 | Traffic law
Intoxicants in Road Traffic Intoxicants in road traffic encompass all situations in which a person drives, starts, or intends to operate a vehicle while their physical or mental capacity is …
Driving licence entitlement
18.03.2026 | Traffic law
Driving licence entitlement Driving licence entitlement is an official authorisation granted by the state that allows a person to lawfully drive certain categories of motor vehicles on public roads. It …
Short-Term Parking Zones
17.03.2026 | Traffic law
Short-Term Parking Zones A short-term parking zone exists when the authorities restrict parking time in certain streets or areas. This is done particularly when it is necessary for local reasons …
Stopping and Parking Prohibitions
18.03.2026 | Traffic law
Stopping and Parking Prohibitions Stopping and parking prohibitions are among the most common regulations in road traffic, particularly in densely populated areas. They serve to maintain traffic flow, prevent hazards, …
Speeding Violation
11.03.2026 | Traffic law
A speeding violation occurs when driving at a speed higher than permitted by the Road Traffic Act (StVO).
Driving bans
11.03.2026 | Traffic law
Driving bans A driving ban is a statutory or administrative restriction that prohibits certain vehicles from using specific roads or from driving at certain times. The primary legal basis is …
Permit for Road Use
10.03.2026 | Traffic law
Permit for Road Use A permit for road use is required for anyone who uses a public road not exclusively for traffic. If someone uses a road for other purposes, …
Motorway
10.03.2026 | Traffic law
Motorway A motorway is a road marked by a specific traffic sign as a motorway and therefore serves exclusively for fast motor vehicle traffic. The legal foundations are primarily found …
Towing
04.03.2026 | Traffic law
Towing In road traffic law, towing refers to the official removal of a vehicle from a road if it obstructs traffic or if such an obstruction is to be expected. …
Simplified Procedure
04.03.2026 | Traffic law
Simplified Procedure Administrative criminal law enables authorities to punish minor administrative offenses quickly and efficiently through abbreviated procedures. In doing so, authorities resolve certain violations directly via on-the-spot fines, anonymous …
Driving License Revocation
16.01.2026 | Traffic law
Driver’s License Revocation A driver’s license is revoked when the competent authority temporarily or permanently withdraws the right to drive motor vehicles. Motor vehicles include all vehicles with motor drive …
Absence or non-use of a tachograph
31.12.2025 | Traffic law
Absence or non-use of a tachograph The absence or non-use of a type-approved tachograph pursuant to § 134 of the Motor Vehicle Act 1967 in conjunction with Regulation (EU) No. …
Driver’s License Revocation as a Pedestrian – is that Possible?
24.11.2025 | Traffic law
You can find out here from the traffic law attorneys at Harlander & Partner whether pedestrians can have their driver's license revoked.
Substitute Toll and Administrative Penalty Order
24.11.2025 | Traffic law
Problems with the vignette or Go-Box in Austria? Our traffic law attorneys have compiled all information and solutions.
Traffic Law
24.11.2025 | Traffic law
Traffic Law Our traffic law attorneys represent you in all matters of automotive and traffic law. Damages Fines Trivial Matters In the case of minor fines amounting to a few …
