The police will be present in large numbers on Belgian roads throughout this weekend during a vast control operation. The aim is to reduce the risks associated with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
This Friday at 7 p.m., a vast police operation will begin on the roads of our country to track down alcohol and drugs while driving. These intensive checks will continue until Monday morning at 6 a.m., mobilizing all police zones as well as the federal police. The initiative aims to reduce dangerous behavior on the roads. During RTL Info 1 p.m. this Thursday, Bertrand Caroy assured that “tall people traveling on the roads can be checked“.
Legal blood alcohol thresholds are strict in Belgium: for non-professional drivers, the limit is set at 0.22 mg per liter of exhaled air, which corresponds approximately to two drinks. For professional drivers, even stricter, the threshold is 0.09 mg. However, Bertrand Caroy puts this notion of two glasses into perspective: “Talking about the number of drinks is always tricky, as the amount of alcohol can vary depending on the type of drink served.“His essential advice?”Choose the sober driver before going out, not during the evening.“
Serious consequences
Driving under the influence also carries significant financial and legal penalties. A positive test can result in a driver’s license being held for several hours, accompanied by fines starting at 105 euros for professional drivers and 179 euros for individuals. These amounts increase in the event of high blood alcohol levels or repeat offenses, and license suspensions of up to 15 days may be imposed. “The consequences are serious, whether financial or in terms of mobility“, warns the inspector.
Despite this, a glimmer of hope appears in the figures on drink driving, which indicate a notable decline, particularly among young drivers: “They prefer public transport more or designate a BOB before their outings“But the situation is quite different when it comes to drugs: “Cases of drugged driving are increasing, particularly for substances like cocaine. This is a more persistent problem and difficult to stem“, he regrets
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