The Princely Government has again issued a warning to drivers of high-powered vehicles ahead of the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix, announcing that any vehicle caught committing a traffic offence during the event will be immediately seized and held for 120 hours.

According to a statement released by the government, major events such as the Grand Prix attract significant concentrations of sports cars, which can give rise to dangerous driving, traffic violations and behaviour that disturbs public order. These gatherings are often unplanned and have previously resulted in serious incidents on public roads.

The measure — which means any offending vehicle will be towed and held for five full days — has been applied at previous editions of the Grand Prix and is being extended again for the 83rd Formula 1 Grand Prix de Monaco, running from 4th to 7th June. It applies immediately upon detection of any road code violation, with no grace period.

The government said the measure reflects its determination to protect the safety and tranquillity of Monaco’s residents during one of the Principality’s most high-profile weekends.

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