Alcohol and drugs at the wheel: Police stops drivers in Cham!

Alcohol and drugs at the wheel: Police stops drivers in Cham!

Cham, Deutschland - In the past few days, police traffic controls in Cham and Weiding have caused excitement. Several drivers were stopped on Monday, including a 19-year-old woman who was faced with a positive drug test, and a 63-year-old man whose breath alcohol value was over 0.5 per thousand. The alcohol test and the subsequent blood sample could have serious consequences for those affected, including a fine of 500 euros each and a one -month driving ban.

rights and obligations during the control

as in Diewalts-kanzlei.de are often unsure about their rights during traffic controls. Police officers have the right to stop vehicles and to check drivers for their driving ability. This includes both alcohol and drug tests, which can be arranged in certain cases if there is a reasonable suspicion. However, it is important that drivers know that they do not have to answer questions and may refuse an alcohol or drug test. But be careful: Such resistance can lead to an obligatory blood test in cases of strikingly bad reactions or an alcohol flag.

The police can also check the traffic safety of the vehicles, which affects the control of tires, lighting and emergency equipment in particular. The guidelines of the road traffic regulations give the officials the necessary right and ensure that all road users are safe and responsible.