Alcohol offenders in Straubing: Police stop dangerous driving!

Alcohol offenders in Straubing: Police stop dangerous driving!

A busy weekend in Straubing, but not for the right party atmosphere. The police had their hands full trying to stop alcohol and drug-related driving. Citizens repeatedly reported dangerous journeys and the officials responded promptly, reports Region currently 24.

On Saturday evening at 7:45 p.m., the police discovered a woman drunk getting out of a car on Outer Passauer Strasse. A breath alcohol test showed over two per mille - a high level that prompted immediate action. The driver's license was seized and a blood sample was taken. At 8:45 p.m., an e-scooter driver was noticed at Straubing train station and his drug test was positive. The driver had to abandon his e-scooter and a misdemeanor charge is now waiting for him.

Traffic machinations: A weekend full of unusual events

Late on Sunday morning, at 1:50 a.m., a witness reported a drunk driver in Geiselhöring. A check showed that the alcohol level was on the borderline of a misdemeanor and further driving was prohibited. This will have expensive consequences for the driver, as a fine and a driving ban are on the list of consequences.

But the incidents were not just limited to the driver. Shortly afterwards, at 2 a.m., a motorcyclist was stopped in Geiselhöring, who also showed clear signs of drug use. Here, too, blood was taken and criminal proceedings were initiated for drunk driving. Finally, at 2:45 a.m., a gas station employee drew attention to a drunk driver. The driver was found at his home address, but sipping on the bottle now means he has to have his blood taken and face criminal charges.

The legal implications: A serious issue

The consequences of such trips are serious. Loud Lawyer Blog 24 Driving while drunk with 2 per mille can quickly result in a driver's license being revoked and a high fine, often equivalent to a month's salary or more. Anyone who overdoes it and causes an accident can even face a prison sentence. Points in Flensburg and the ordering of a medical-psychological examination (MPU) are also attractive, which often represents a hurdle in getting your driving license back.

The health and social consequences cannot be ignored: coordination problems, reduced reaction times and the increased risk of accidents put both the driver and other road users at considerable risk. This often leads to a loss of trust in the social environment and can even have professional consequences.

The police in Straubing are aware of the challenges and will continue to pay greater attention to preventing alcohol and drug-related driving in order to ensure road safety. The safety of all users on the roads is a top priority and preventive measures are crucial. It is worth avoiding alcoholic beverages or using public transport before a journey - after all, life and health are at stake on the road.