Originally Posted by
mclain
Have heard that many unsuspecting drivers get caught by hidden cameras in some italian cities, driving in "restricted" traffic zones. Apparently the fines are steep; anyone have any experience with this?

While in Florence was told they had cameras in the restricted (posted) center of the historic center of the city. That if you did not have a permit you wold be ticketed and the ticket was mailed to you. Info was shared by a Frenchman who received a ticket, I am from USA and had a car at the time.