Taxi Driver Loses Car After Repeated Illegal Rides in Vitebsk

Vitebsk Taxi Driver Faces Car Confiscation After Second Unregistered Operation A taxi driver in Vitebsk, Belarus, recently faced the confiscation of his vehicle following a court ruling. The Economic Court of the Vitebsk region found the driver guilty of operating without registering as a self-employed individual (IP). This is not the driver's first offense; he was previously fined for the same violation, but quickly returned to work without registering. According to court documents, the driver completed 773 orders through the Maxim application, earning nearly 8,000 rubles. The court's decision included a fine of 1260 rubles and the confiscation of his Lada Largus automobile, representing 10% of his income from the illegal taxi operation. The court's decision highlights the importance of proper registration for those providing taxi services. The driver's actions underscore the need for stricter enforcement of regulations in the transportation sector. This case serves as a cautionary tale for other drivers considering operating without the necessary permits and registrations.