Overview

• Barcelona City Council has unveiled a draft reform of its Civic Ordinance, broadening the scope of punishable behaviors and increasing penalties for infractions.
• Fines for public urination will rise to €300–€750, while organizers of drinking routes face penalties of €1,500–€3,000, with participants fined if minors are present.
• Graffiti offenders will be required to pay for cleanup costs, and new articles will administratively sanction acts against sexual dignity, including exhibitionism and verbal harassment.
• The reform introduces on-the-spot fine collection using card terminals, particularly targeting tourists and non-residents to ensure compliance before they leave the city.
• The draft will be debated in municipal commissions over the summer, with final approval expected by late 2025 and implementation planned for spring 2026.