motor vehicle offences

Driving Under the Influence

Under Article 379 of the Penal Code, the offence of driving while intoxicated is defined as operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of toxic drugs, narcotics, psychotic substances or alcoholic beverages. This is not a closed list, as it can include any substance that negatively impairs a person’s conduct and creates a danger to the life and health of third parties.

The penalty for driving under the influence can be either imprisonment for three to six months, a fine for six to twelve months, or community service from thirty one to ninety days. Along with the decided penalty, there will be a suspension of one’s ability to drive motor vehicles for a time span of one to four years.