Nuisances Sonores

Night-time noise in France costs a fixed fine of €68, €180 if paid late and up to €450 before a judge. When to call the police, what the noisy neighbour risks, how to challenge a fine and what to do if it starts again.

Without proof, a noise complaint goes nowhere. To build noise nuisance evidence in France, combine a log of incidents, witness statements, an enforcement officer's report and police visits, without crossing the line of privacy.

Neighbour noise in France can be punished by day as well as by night once its length, repetition or intensity goes beyond normal life. The €68 fine, the conciliator, the court: the full guide.