No, applying makeup while driving in Spain is illegal under Article 18.2 of the Reglamento General de Circulación (RGC), as it constitutes a distraction risk. The Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT) enforces this under traffic safety laws, with fines up to €200 and 3 penalty points. Courts have upheld convictions for similar distracted driving cases.
Key Regulations for Applying Makeup While Driving in Spain
- Distraction Prohibition: Article 18.2 RGC prohibits any activity that diverts attention from driving, including makeup application, mirror checks, or phone use. The DGT classifies this as conducción distraída, a primary offense.
- Penalties: Violations incur a €200 fine and 3 penalty points (since 2021 reforms). Repeat offenders face license suspension under Ley de Seguridad Vial.
- Local Enforcement: Municipal traffic units (Agentes de Movilidad) and DGT patrols actively monitor distracted driving. Dashcam footage is admissible evidence in courts, per Sentencia del Tribunal Supremo 124/2023.