From 17 October 2024 all drink drivers face a mandatory three-year period where they must have a zero blood alcohol content (BAC). This will apply from the time the court-mandated Alcohol Interlock Program is completed.
If drivers have any alcohol in their system while driving during this 3-year ban they will face a mandatory minimum licence disqualification period of 12 months. While ordinarily a reading of below .05 leads to a 3-month mandatory licence disqualification, this quadruples to 12-months if you have any prior history of drink driving or drug driving.
It is worth being mindful if having a glass of wine with dinner of the consequences of any low range drink driving. It would be far better to catch an uber or public transport if in any doubt. If you find yourself in this position reach out so that I can assist you with traffic law matters.
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