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Drunk driving: 62-year-old caught with 1.2 per mille in Berglen!
Police check 62-year-old in Berglen: 1.2 per mille behind the wheel. Find out more about penalties and alcohol limits.
Drunk driving: 62-year-old caught with 1.2 per mille in Berglen!
On the night of Thursday to Friday, June 27, 2025, a 62-year-old was checked by the police in Berglen, more precisely in Oppelsbohm. During the stop, the police detected a distinct smell of alcohol, which led to a breath alcohol test. The result was alarming: the man had 1.2 per mille of alcohol in his blood. In Germany, the blood alcohol limit for drivers is 0.5 per mille for an administrative offense and from 1.1 per mille you are considered a criminal offense and therefore absolutely unfit to drive, as ADAC reports.
In accordance with their duties, the police filed a report of drunk driving. Such behavior not only poses a danger to the driver himself, but also poses a significant risk to other road users. The highest penalties are for an alcohol concentration of 1.6 per mille or more, which can result in a medical-psychological examination (MPU).
Consequences for the driver
The 62-year-old now has to face the consequences of his actions. If you drive with a blood alcohol level of 1.2, you could face a fine and points in Flensburg. The penalties for such violations can vary depending on the level of alcohol consumption and the severity of the offense. For example, the fine is 0.5 per mille of 500 euros. Novice drivers in their probationary period are also particularly at risk, as their probationary period can be extended to four years in the event of violations, as ADAC notes.
The rules are clear: there is even a 0.0 blood alcohol limit for novice drivers and certain professional groups such as bus and taxi drivers. In the case of alcohol-related accidents, motor vehicle liability insurance usually covers the damages of the other party involved in the accident, but can claim back up to 5,000 euros.
Police are appealing to all road users to use alcohol responsibly and to ensure they do not drive under the influence of alcohol. In this way, many dangerous situations on the road can be avoided.
In summary, the incident in Berglen is another example of how seriously the issue of drink driving should be taken. The consequences are far-reaching and can be serious for both the perpetrator and the general public. This control shows how important the work of the police is to ensure safety on our streets, as ZVW reports.