Poland to reform SENT system penalties for carriers

Poland's Ministry of Finance is preparing to introduce greater flexibility into the penalty system for violations within the SENT transport monitoring system. This initiative stems from a presidential veto that rejected a proposed expansion of the system to include concrete transport. The veto specifically cited the absence of a mechanism to adjust penalties based on the severity of the offense. Dr. Dawid Korczyński, an attorney specializing in transport law, has long advocated for such a change, noting that the president's reasoning aligns directly with his long-standing observations. The current rigid penalty structure often leads to disproportionate punishments, resulting in a high volume of appeals from carriers. By allowing penalties to be scaled according to the weight of the violation, the ministry anticipates a significant reduction in these appeals. This move is expected to benefit not only transport companies by ensuring fairer consequences but also the state by streamlining the administrative process and potentially improving compliance. The proposed amendments aim to create a more equitable and efficient system for all parties involved in regulated transport.