Santa Fe province bans informal car care services
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The Santa Fe province in Argentina passed a law prohibiting and punishing informal car care services, commonly known as “trapitos”, across its territory.
The provincial legislature approved the law, which will soon be enacted by Governor Maximiliano Pullaro. Local municipalities and communes must now adopt the law and create their own regulations.
The new law adds provisions to the provincial Code of Conduct, establishing penalties for those who demand money for parking or similar services without official authorization, and particularly when done through intimidation. The law specifically targets people offering parking spaces on public roads in exchange for payment without permission. Beyond prohibition, the law also calls for a comprehensive approach to the issue.
The executive branch will implement prevention and social inclusion programs including job training, health services, and support for those with substance use problems. Senator Ciro Seisas proposed the law, aiming to move beyond temporary fixes and give cities the tools to create regulations suited to their needs.
The city of Rosario and the capital city of Santa Fe have already indicated they will comply with the new law, with Rosario’s mayor planning to send a message to the city council soon. Penalties range from 10 to 60 days of arrest depending on the severity of the offense, with harsher punishments for violence, intimidation, or gender-based discrimination.
