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In the UK, driving or attempting to drive whilst above the legal limit of 0.08% BAC in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, and 0.05% BAC in Scotland or unfit through drink carries a maximum penalty of six months' imprisonment, a fine of up to £5,000 and a minimum twelve months' disqualification.
From 19 January 2013, new licences issued are similar in size and shape to a credit-card (85.6 × 53.98 mm) as stipulated in Directive 2006/126/EEC. It features the driver's name and date of birth, their photo, signature and any restrictions or endorsements such as the need to wear glasses and any penalty points accrued.
Drunk driving (or drink-driving in British English [1]) is the act of driving under the influence of alcohol. A small increase in the blood alcohol content increases the relative risk of a motor vehicle crash. [2] In the United States, alcohol is involved in 32% of all traffic fatalities. [3] [4]
The alcohol licensing laws of Ireland regulate the sale and consumption of alcohol. The legislation controlling licensing regulations is the General Scheme of Sale of Alcohol Bill 2022 [ 1 ] , Intoxicating Liquor Act 2008, Intoxicating Liquor Act 2003, Intoxicating Liquor Act 2000, the Licensing Act 1872 and the Criminal Justice (Public Order ...
A driver reaching 2 points in 5 years will lose the driving licence and has to pass a driving test again in order to be regain the licence. On October 1, 2014, this limit was lowered from 3 to 2 points. Drivers can get a point for: Dangerous behavior in traffic, Causing an accident resulting in death or injury; Tailgating
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[26] [27] In 2009, media reported problems where drivers illegally driving with no licence would avoid accruing points. [28] The outsourcing of speed cameras began in November 2010. [29] A loophole, whereby those appealing a penalty were not obliged to bring their driving licence to court, was closed in 2012. [30]
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