How to Appeal a Breathalyzer Fine in Frandovinez: Downloadable Template
If you have received a notification for a driving under the influence (DUI) fine in the municipality of Frandovinez, it is crucial to understand that you have the right to challenge it if there is a "Defecto de forma" (procedural defect). A procedural defect occurs when the administrative process fails to meet the strict legal requirements mandated by Spanish traffic law—such as missing information, incorrect dates, or failure to properly calibrate the breathalyzer device. This template is designed to help you formally contest the fine by pointing out these legal inconsistencies.
Instructions on How and Where to Submit Your Appeal in Frandovinez
To file your appeal, you must submit it to the administrative body that issued the sanction (usually the DGT - Dirección General de Tráfico). You can do this through the following channels:
- In-person: You may visit the nearest DGT Provincial Traffic Headquarters (Jefatura Provincial de Tráfico) in Burgos, which serves the area of Frandovinez. Ensure you bring two copies so one can be stamped as your receipt.
- Online: If you have a digital certificate or Cl@ve PIN, you can submit the document via the official DGT Electronic Headquarters.
- Post Office: You can submit the appeal via "Correo Administrativo" at any Correos office. The envelope must be left open so the official can stamp the date on the first page of your document.
A LA JEFATURA PROVINCIAL DE TRÁFICO DE BURGOS
EXPEDIENTE NÚM.: [Insertar número de expediente]
D./Dña. [Nombre y Apellidos], con DNI/NIE [Número de identificación], con domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en [Dirección completa], ante esta Jefatura comparezco y como mejor proceda en Derecho, DIGO:
Que por medio del presente escrito interpongo RECURSO DE ALEGACIONES contra la sanción notificada en fecha [Fecha de notificación] relativa al expediente citado, por un supuesto exceso en los límites de alcohol permitidos.
Solicito la ANULACIÓN del expediente sancionador por existir un DEFECTO DE FORMA, dado que [Describir aquí el error: ej. falta de fecha, error en la identificación del vehículo, falta de firma del agente, o ausencia de certificado de calibración del etilómetro].
Por todo lo expuesto, SOLICITO que se tenga por presentado este escrito, se admita a trámite y, tras los trámites oportunos, se proceda al archivo del expediente por los defectos de forma señalados.
En [Ciudad], a [Día] de [Mes] de [Año].
Firma: ________________________
Additional Documentation Required
To ensure your appeal has the highest chance of success, attach the following documents:
- A photocopy of your DNI, NIE, or Passport.
- A copy of the original fine notification (denuncia).
- Any evidence supporting your claim of a procedural defect (e.g., photos of the scene, witness statements, or documents proving the breathalyzer was not calibrated).
- Power of attorney if you are using a legal representative to file the appeal.
Expert Tip: Always file your appeal within the 20-day "voluntary period" if you are unsure of your success. If you pay the fine with a 50% discount, you lose the right to appeal. If you choose to appeal, you waive the discount, so ensure your "defecto de forma" is clearly visible and legally grounded. When in doubt, consult with a specialized traffic lawyer in Burgos, as breathalyzer cases are subject to strict technical regulations that can be easily challenged if the police protocol was not followed to the letter.