What punishment is given for drunken driving?

What punishment is given for drunken driving?

Drunk Driving Punishment As per the Motor Vehicle Act, driving by a drunken person or by a person under the influence of drugs is punishable for the first offense with imprisonment for a term of up to six months and/or with fine which may extend to two thousand rupees.

How long does it take to be charged with drink driving?

As a general rule however, suspects can expect to wait around 6 weeks for the analysis of a sample. Once the police have a positive result, then the investigation is complete and a formal charge can be brought. When a suspect is charged the police will release them on bail to attend the Magistrates’ Court.

What happens if you go to court on a drink driving charge?

At the time you go to court, you will probably already be suspended from driving. The police immediately suspend your licence at the time of the offence. Even if you have not been suspended, you should not drive to court in case you lose your licence at court.

Can a 16 year old be convicted of drink driving?

Aged 16 I was convicted of drink driving, a blood sample was taken to provide my alcohol reading, I’ve heard recently that parental consent is needed to take blood from a minor and that was not given. On these grounds could the conviction be over turned?

What happens if your husband is arrested for drink driving?

Drink driving FAQs After being arrested at over 4 times the legal limit is a custodial sentence likely, and what costs are likely to be incurred? Firstly this is a serious offence. Your husband should, if possible, instruct a solicitor to represent him.

What are the different types of drink driving charges?

A drink driving charge can be: 1 a ‘prescribed concentration of alcohol’ (PCA) offence 2 a ‘driving under the influence’ (DUI) offence 3 refusing or failing to give a breath analysis or blood sample, and 4 dangerous driving involving alcohol.