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14-year-old rides his bike while drunk: charges are imminent!
A 14-year-old in Nürtingen was discovered drinking and driving while cycling; Reporting and blood sampling awaited.
14-year-old rides his bike while drunk: charges are imminent!
On the night of Sunday, police officers became aware of an unlit cyclist on the B 297 in the direction of Neckartenzlingen. During the check it turned out that the driver was only 14 years old. The young cyclist showed a clear odor of alcohol, which led to a breathalyzer test. This resulted in a preliminary value of over 1.5 per mille, which prompted the officers to take a blood sample. The 14-year-old was then brought home safely and handed over to his mother. He faces charges of drunk driving, which could have serious legal consequences.
The legal regulations relating to alcohol and cycling are clearly regulated. If the blood alcohol level is 0.3 or more, a criminal complaint can be expected, and from 1.6 per mille, not only will there be a fine, but also an order for a medical-psychological examination (MPU). According to a report by bussgeldkatalog.de It is particularly serious if you ride a bike while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The law provides for high penalties, especially if an accident is caused.
Alcohol limits in traffic
The regulation of alcohol consumption on the road not only affects cyclists, but also applies to drivers. There are different alcohol limits. There is an absolute alcohol ban of 0.0 per mille for novice drivers and people under 21 years of age. From 0.3 per mille, relative inability to drive is assumed, while at a value of 1.1 per mille, absolute inability to drive can be determined. For values above 1.6 per mille, an MPU becomes mandatory for drivers, as in the article by adac.de is explained.
Additionally, the penalties can have serious financial and legal consequences for drivers. Even if the alcohol level is 0.5 per mille, you can face a fine of 500 euros and a driving ban for a month. It is therefore not only important to keep an eye on the alcohol limit, but also to recognize the safety risks that alcohol consumption brings with it.
The 14-year-old's case clearly shows how quickly a harmless bike ride can turn into a serious incident. The coming days will show what consequences the police officers will take for their findings and how the young person's family will react to this unpleasant situation.