Sunshine Coast RCMP report that drivers are still not getting the message about the dangers of driving while impaired.
In just two weeks police have served 19 drivers with Immediate Roadside Prohibitions. Fifteen of those were for 90-day driving prohibitions and their vehicles were impounded for 30 days.
If you’re caught driving while impaired by liquor, you could face penalties such as driving suspensions from 24 hours to 90 days, vehicle impoundment, fines from $600 up to $4,060, jail time, mandatory rehabilitation and the installation of an ignition interlock device in your vehicle.
“We encourage everyone to make smart choices when alcohol and vehicles are involved,” said Staff Sgt. Poppy Hallam. “If you drink, look for an alternative way to get home such as a designated driver, taxi or public transit. The penalties are stiff, but the risk to your safety and the public safety is much greater and we want to have safe roadways and safe communities.”
– Sunshine Coast RCMP
