Malaga Council Halts Low-Emission Zone Fines After Discriminatory Ruling

Malaga’s municipal authorities have suspended the enforcement of fines tied to the Low-Emission Zone after a legal challenge. In June, the Andalucian High Court ruled that the regulation, which penalised non-local vehicles without an environmental sticker more harshly than those registered in Malaga, was discriminatory. Up to the end of July the council recorded 46,562 reported infractions, each subject to a €200 fine, potentially halved for early payment.

The suspension announced on October 13 means no new penalties are being issued, but it does not automatically void previously issued tickets or assure refunds. Drivers are urged to check the status of any outstanding fines individually. The zone, covering roughly 404 hectares of the city centre, remains active, and motorists should consult the council’s website for current requirements.