It is available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Penalties in Uruguay for possession, use and trafficking of illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect lengthy jail sentences and fines. U.S. citizens are subject to local traffic laws when driving. Caution should be exercised when driving. Right of way at intersections is generally unmarked.
Unexpected lane changing with no signal from other drivers is common.
After dark, many drivers, especially taxis and buses, drive with no headlights. Many streets are poorly identified and illuminated. Intercity highways are generally excellent and well maintained, but they are not necessarily in such good shape during all weather conditions. The more traveled routes, such as the highway between Punta del Este and Montevideo, have service stations, tow trucks, and other facilities. Information on road conditions is available to Spanish speakers through either the Ministry of Transportation and Public Works Department of Transit or Department of Maintenance.