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The House of Representatives has adopted a bill put forward by Stavros Papadouris of the Greens–Citizens’ Cooperation, introducing a fixed fine of €85 for anyone who parks a non-electric vehicle in a publicly accessible electric-vehicle charging space.
During its review, the Parliamentary Transport Committee broadened the scope of the measure so that it also covers electric cars that occupy a charging spot without actively charging. Under the new rules, an electric vehicle is regarded as “in charging mode” only when its cable is connected to the station’s charger.
The regulation will apply to all publicly accessible charging areas, including those located on municipal property.
Lawmakers argue that these changes are needed to address the frequent misuse of designated EV charging bays, which are often blocked either by conventional vehicles or by electric vehicles left idle without charging. According to Papadouris, the proposal aims to close gaps highlighted through citizen complaints.
Authorities also pointed out that European rules on alternative fuels classify charging points as “publicly accessible” regardless of whether they are in controlled or unrestricted zones.
The €85 penalty mirrors the fine already imposed for illegal use of bus lanes.
