Why a “Private Road” Does Not Mean You Can Make Up Your Own Traffic Rules
Private ownership does not grant legal immunity: Spanish traffic law still governs private roads and land used by an indeterminate community of users.
Mark Nolan is a journalist, radio presenter, and educator based in Spain. He creates content across projects including N332, Trafford and Friends, Riley’s Road, and Mad Black Cat, turning complex ideas in safety, learning, and communication into everyday understanding.
With roots in marketing, transport, and media, Mark blends storytelling with practical education to make important topics both clear and memorable.
Private ownership does not grant legal immunity: Spanish traffic law still governs private roads and land used by an indeterminate community of users.
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