Urban streets often become a scene of challenges and obstacles drivers, and Traffic fines They present themselves as an immutable truth along the way.
from Bad attitudes until Speedingnonexistence Documents required or even using a mobile phone while driving, this Penalties The experiment can be complicated Driving. However, there are ways to deal with it and, in some cases, eliminate it completely. In November, both the City of Buenos Aires and the Province updated the value of units taken into account to calculate the value of fines. In December, it will remain unchanged.
Types of traffic violations
As we mentioned, the Traffic Law classifies violations into two main categories:
Serious errors:
- Failure to submit the required documents.
- Moving without a valid license or insurance.
- Refuse to provide information when requested.
- Turn on red light.
Minor defects:
- Park in a double row.
- Using the bullhorn unnecessarily.
- Exceeding the permissible speed by up to 10%.
Knowing the nature of the violation is essential to determining when it ends and whether there are measures that can interrupt that period. If time passes without taking any action to interrupt the process, it is possible to avoid paying the fine.
Increased fines in Buenos Aires Province: how much does each violation cost
the Traffic violations in the province of Buenos Aires Increased in November 2025after updating the value Fixed unit (UF)which became $1,711. This amount is determined according to The price of a liter of premium gasoline At the station Automobile Club of Argentina (ACA) It will remain in effect until December 31, 2025.
With this value, More serious violations can be overcome One million pesos. Exceeding the speed limit or driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can result in penalties of up to $1,711,000. Meanwhile, Turn on red light also Circular without corresponding documents It can cost between $171,100 and $855,500.
Among the most prominent violations Driving without insurance, without a license plate, or parking incorrectly It can generate fines between $85,550 and $171,100while Using a cell phone while driving It is penalized with values ranging from $171,100 to $342,200. next to, Trading is carried out without Vehicle Technical Verification (VTV) May involve penalties of up to $1,711,000.
the Buenos Aires fixed unit It is updated every Two monthsfollowing the development of fuel prices, in contrast City of Buenos Aireswhere the setting is located biannual.
Drivers can Check your violations Online by entering DNI or patent For the vehicle in Official website of the provincial government.
How much does a traffic fine cost in the city today and how is it calculated?
in City of Buenos Airesthe value of each Traffic fine It is specified in unit fixed (UF), a parameter that is adjusted according to the price of a liter of premium gasoline at the Automobile Club of Argentina station. Since the UF varies according to this reference, The final amount of the fine also changes. From September 2025 until March 2, 2026, Each unit is worth $798.51.
This signal has a direct impact on the pockets of drivers.
Driving without a license is equivalent to 50 AU, which currently amounts to $39,925.50.
- Exceeding the minimum speed limit On the public road it rises to 70 Swiss francs ($55,895.70).
- Not wearing a seat belt Or driving with a cell phone costs 100 Swiss francs ($79,851).
- Sending messages while driving Double the value and it comes to 200 Swiss francs ($159,702).
- Providing a car for a minor It is also approved for 200uF.
- Jump on the traffic light It can range from 300uf to 1,500uf, so the amount can range from $239,553 to $1,197,765.
- In cases top gearWhen the car exceeds 140 km/h, the fine can increase from 400 to 4,000 Swiss francs, which means paying between $319,404 and $3,194,040.
- Park the car in places designated for people with limited mobility Its price is 300 Swiss francs, equivalent to 239,553 US dollars.
Fines with discount, appeal, and statute of limitations
Direct style of dealing Traffic fines Is it pays Of punishment with A 50% discount. This option is allowed Drivers Resolve the violation quickly and move on. However, it is important to keep in mind that when choosing this alternative, The possibility of appealing the fine is waived.
When a driver You see that Traffic violation It was applied unfairlyYou have the option of submitting a defense to Challenge it. It is important to keep in mind that when choosing this route, The benefit of a voluntary payment is lost along with the associated discount. For this option to be effective, strong grounds are needed to support the claim that the fine was issued in error.
Another strategy to address Traffic violations in Argentina He waits up describes, What happens between two and five years? Depending on the seriousness of the violation. Although a specific case declared Article 15 of the Misdemeanor Law unconstitutional in 2023, the general system for imposing traffic fines remains in effect. However, this option It can have long-term consequencesSuch as the inability to renew the driver’s license or sell the vehicle.
Limitation periods for traffic fines vary widely between provinces. Here is a brief summary:
- Buenos Aires: 2 years (moderate), 5 years (severe)
- Autonomous City of Buenos Aires: 5 years (all crimes)
- Mendoza: 2 years (mild), 3 years (severe), 4 years (very serious)
- Shaco: 2 years (mild), 5 years (severe)
- Chubut: 6 months (without initiation of the procedure), 1 year (with the commencement of the procedure), 2 years (last sentence)
- Formosa: one year (mild), two years (severe)
- Corrientes, San Juan and Tierra del Fuego: two years
- Neuquén and Cordoba: 3 years (all crimes)
- Between Rios, Jujuy, La Pampa, La Rioja, Misiones, Rio Negro, Salta and San Luis: 5 years
- Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, Santiago del Estero and Tucuman: follow national standards.
It is important to remember that fines can be canceled if the creditor does not request payment within the specified period.
In what cases are traffic violations not imposed?
- If the traffic fine has already expired, the person concerned must collect the necessary documents, such as proof of violation, ID card, and any other relevant support.
- Next, you must contact the misdemeanor court of your jurisdiction, either in person or through the official website.
- Once the process begins, you can formally request a reduction of the fine due to the statute of limitations, proving that the statutory period has been met without starting the collection or prosecution process. Also, even if a period of time has passed, there are cases in which the fines do not end:
- When a new serious violation is committed, the counter is reset. example: If a driver commits a violation considered minor in 2020 and then commits a serious crime in 2023, the 2020 fine does not expire.
- If the fine is prosecuted or the collection process is initiated, the statute of limitations is interrupted.
How to request a traffic ticket review
- Enter the corresponding official government violation website using your DNI number or vehicle license plate. The system will display all associated fines.
- Verify violation details: Verify date, fine type, location and vehicle information. If one doesn’t agree with you or has discrepancies, you can start a claim.
- I chose the channel to upload For example, in the city of Buenos Aires, the authorized broker is the official number 1150500147, which is active from Monday to Friday between 8 am and 7:30 pm. There is also the option of processing in person at the Directorate General of Violations Administration (DGAI), by prior appointment.
- During the claim process, you will be asked to support your claim with evidence and personal documents.
- After you submit your defense, the agency will evaluate its validity. If it is proven that this was a false charge, the violation will be canceled without having to pay. Otherwise, they will inform you of their payment methods or facility plan.
What documents are needed to claim a fine?
For a wrongful traffic ticket discharge to be valid, you must collect and provide certain information that allows you to verify your identity, vehicle ownership, and the reasons for the claim. These are the basic documents:
- A valid National Identity Document (DNI).
- Vehicle license plate number.
- A photo or copy of the fine received (if you received a notification).
- Vehicle ID in green or blue (as applicable).
- Receipts or evidence that supports your version of the facts. This may include receipts, certificates of address, proof of change of ownership, or even parking records if you are claiming such a violation.
In cases where the vehicle is sold, stolen or transferred, it is also important to submit a report or transfer form to prove that you were not responsible at the time the penalty was imposed.