The offence will be introduced into Luxembourg law in an amendment that was initially approved by the cabinet on 18 October, according to a government press statement published on Friday.

Once the amendment enters into force, people convicted of this crime could face a prison sentence ranging from one month to three years and/or a fine of between €500 and €5,000.

The charge is applicable in instances where someone is found to be at fault for behaving dangerously and where it is only by chance that their behaviour did not result in serious consequences for others. Justice minister Félix Braz stressed that under the amendment, people can be charged even if they do not physically harm others through their actions.

The Luxembourg law on this crime is close to the French equivalent, in that the crime is classified as a general offence, the scope of which has no limit.

It can be applicable to behaviour that puts others at risk of death or serious injury, regardless of the environment or situation in which the incident occurs. Among the provisions, the amendment aims to target repeat offenders in road traffic accidents, by ruling out the use of suspended sentences.