In QLD, drink & drug driving offences are taken seriously & are subject to strict penalties. The laws regarding drink and drug driving are outlined in the Transport Operations (Road Use Management) Act 1995 and the Transport Operations (Road Use Management—Road Rules) Regulation 2009.
Drink driving offences are categorized into four main categories based on blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels:
Low Range: BAC reading of 0.05 to less than 0.10
Mid Range: BAC reading of 0.10 to less than 0.15
High Range: BAC reading of 0.15 or higher
General: BAC reading above the legal limit of 0.05 for drivers of heavy vehicles, drivers on a learner, probationary or provisional license, & drivers of public passenger vehicles such as taxis, buses, and limousines. The penalties for drink driving offences may include fines, license disqualification, & in some cases, prison. The severity of penalties depends on the category of offence, previous traffic history, and other factors.
Drug driving offences in QLD involve driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs, including both illicit drugs & prescription drugs. QLD has strict drug driving laws, and it is illegal to drive with any trace of certain drugs in your system. Penalties may include fines, disqualification, & in some cases, prison. It's important to note that such offences may have serious legal, financial and personal consequences.
It is always advisable to seek legal advice.
