strictly enforces laws against driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs through continuous roadside operations, multi-agency checks, and public awareness campaigns.
The Legal Drink Driving Limits
In England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the strict legal limits for motorists are:
Breath: 35 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres
Blood: 80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres
Urine: 107 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres
Penalties for Offending
If caught driving or attempting to drive while over the limit or failing to provide a specimen without a reasonable excuse, you face severe prosecution. The magistrates' court can issue:
An automatic driving ban of at least 1 year (or 3 years if convicted twice within 10 years)
An unlimited fine
Up to six months in prison
A permanent criminal record
An endorsement on your driving licence valid for 11 years
How to Report
In Progress: If you see someone driving under the influence immediately, call 999.
Repeat Offenders: To report someone who regularly drink-drives anonymously, contact Crimestoppers UK at 0800 555 111
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Dashcam Footage: Dashcam or digital video evidence of dangerous driving can be submitted directly to WMP via Operation Snap.
