An order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAY) says that security forces should charge “Covid Fines” no moment. LN accessed the PSP document on fines.
Authorities can ask for proof of purchase of essential goods or services, in addition to the declaration of honor on the reason for the trip.
The collection of fines for breach of containment must be paid on time to the security forces, under pain of aggravating, while hygienic or pet-friendly walks are allowed only with proof.
The new guidelines are contained in a ministerial order of the Interior Administration for the security forces.
The Lidador News (LN) accessed an internal document of the PSP where the infractions are classified, violated and punitive laws and the amounts of fines to be imposed.
Minister Eduardo Cabrita determined a set of guidelines applicable to all situations of non-compliance with the containment rules, namely those of social distance and use of the mask in the public space.
Continental Portugal entered at 00:00 15 January in a new general confinement, with citizens subject to the duty of home collection.
