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60-year-old caught drunk behind the wheel – faces severe punishment!
A 60-year-old from Grafenau was caught driving drunk during a check. He faces a fine and a driving ban.
60-year-old caught drunk behind the wheel – faces severe punishment!
On Friday, June 15, 2025, a 60-year-old man was subjected to a traffic stop by the police in Böhmzwiesel. When his driving ability was checked, it turned out that he was slightly intoxicated. Due to this finding, he was banned from continuing to drive and had to take a court-admissible alcohol test at the police station PNP reported.
The consequences of this alcoholism could be serious for the man. He not only faces a hefty fine, but also a one-month driving ban. In Germany, there are strict rules when it comes to dealing with drunk driving, which not only affect the safety of road users, but also the driver's license (see ADAC ).
Alcohol limits in traffic
The alcohol limit for drivers in Germany is clearly defined. There is an absolute alcohol ban of 0.0 per mille for novice drivers and people under the age of 21. Relative driving impairment begins at 0.3 per mille, while values between 0.5 and 1.09 per mille already constitute an administrative offense. In this case, in addition to a fine of 500 euros, you also face two points in Flensburg and a one-month driving ban.
If you have an alcohol level of 1.1 per mille or more, you will be found to be completely unfit to drive, which can result in criminal penalties. In addition, if the value is 1.6 per mille or more, a medical-psychological examination (MPU) is mandatory to check your fitness to drive. Anyone who does not comply with the request to carry out a breath alcohol test must expect a blood sample.
In the event of an accident under the influence of alcohol, motor vehicle liability insurance pays the other party's damages, but can claim back up to 5,000 euros if it can be proven that the driver was drunk. In such cases, comprehensive insurance may only partially cover the issue or may not cover it at all, depending on the severity of the drunkenness.
Consequences for drivers
Violating the 0.0 alcohol limit will result in a fine of 250 euros and one point in Flensburg. Novice drivers who violate this rule must take part in an advanced seminar. Your probationary period is usually extended to four years. Serious violations lead to entries in the driving fitness register and can also have legal consequences.
Overall, this incident in Böhmzwiesel impressively shows how seriously the issue of drinking and driving is taken in Germany. The impending consequences are clearly defined and are intended to ensure both the flow of traffic and the safety of all road users.