In the third reading, deputies of the State Duma enacted a law establishing administrative liability for releasing waste from vehicles in places not designated for waste handling. This measure targets the discharge and unloading of production and consumption waste from vehicles outside authorized waste storage or disposal sites, and outside other specially designated locations. The penalties are structured to reflect the severity of the offense and to deter improper waste disposal by both individuals and organizations.
The penalties for non-compliance with environmental protection requirements related to vehicle waste discharge are defined as follows:
- for citizens — from 10,000 to 15,000 rubles,
- for individual entrepreneurs (IP) — from 20,000 to 30,000 rubles,
- for legal entities — from 30,000 to 50,000 rubles,
- when a violation is detected by an automatic camera — 10,000 rubles payable by the vehicle owner.
In cases of repeated violations within a year, the fines increase significantly to reflect ongoing noncompliance and to reinforce adherence to environmental rules:
- for citizens — from 20,000 to 30,000 rubles,
- for individual entrepreneurs — from 40,000 to 60,000 rubles, plus potential confiscation of the vehicle,
- for legal entities — from 60,000 to 100,000 rubles, plus possible vehicle confiscation,
- when a violation is detected by cameras — 20,000 rubles for the vehicle owner.
If household waste is removed to an area not intended for disposal using trucks, trailers, tractors, or other self-propelled vehicles, the fines are as follows:
- for citizens — from 40,000 to 50,000 rubles,
- for individual entrepreneurs — from 60,000 to 80,000 rubles,
- for legal entities — from 100,000 to 120,000 rubles,
- when a violation is detected by cameras — 100,000 rubles payable by the vehicle owner.
Officials and representatives responsible for environmental oversight, including forest control authorities, have the authority to issue these fines. The law underscores a clear framework for accountability and encourages proper waste handling practices, reinforcing the obligation to keep public and natural spaces free from improper waste discharge.