pénzbírság

Pénzbírság is a monetary penalty used in Hungarian law to sanction offenses. It is a financial sanction ordered by a court or by a competent administrative authority and payable to the state. The term combines pénz (money) and bírság (penalty). The purpose is to deter wrongdoing and to provide a proportionate response to the violation.

In practice, pénzbírság can be imposed in criminal cases for offenses that warrant a monetary punishment, and in administrative contexts for infractions such as traffic violations, public-order breaches, or safety violations. The amount is typically determined by statute or by the decision of the competent authority, with defined maximums or scales for different offenses or categories of offenses.

Payment and enforcement: The penalty must be paid within a specified deadline. If the amount is not paid, authorities may enforce collection through legal mechanisms such as garnishment, seizure of assets, or other enforcement actions provided by law. In some cases, there may be options to request a reduction, remission, or postponement based on individual circumstances or financial means.