No, Public intoxication is illegal under Romania’s Law No. 111/1996 on the Prevention and Combating of Alcoholism and Law No. 61/1991 on Penalties for Certain Offenses, which prohibit disorderly conduct in public spaces. Violations may result in fines up to RON 5,000 (approx. €1,000) or administrative detention under Government Emergency Ordinance No. 104/2001. Local authorities, including municipal police (Poliția Locală), enforce these provisions, with recent 2026 amendments tightening penalties for repeat offenders near schools or healthcare facilities.
Key Regulations for Public Intoxication in Romania
- Disorderly Conduct Clause: Law No. 61/1991 criminalizes public intoxication if it disrupts public order, endangers others, or involves aggressive behavior. Police may detain individuals until sobriety is confirmed.
- Local Ordinances: Municipalities (e.g., Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca) impose additional restrictions via Local Council Decisions, banning alcohol consumption in designated public areas like parks or near religious sites.
- Administrative vs. Criminal Liability: First-time offenders typically face fines (RON 1,000–3,000), while repeat violations or minors may trigger criminal charges under Law No. 252/2010 on the Protection of Minors.