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Road Traffic Offences

In 2019, the Road Traffic Act 1961 was amended to enhance punishments for drink driving and road traffic offences generally. Whilst first-time drink drivers may expect a fine, second-time drink drivers or first-time drink drivers who cause an accident are likely to face jail time. 

Range of penalties for first-time offenders

Table showing range of penalties for first-time Road Traffic Act offenders

*sentences are enhanced for repeat offenders and serious offenders such as drink drivers

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