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Ottawa Police Chief Vern White reminds drivers in Ottawa not to drink and drive

29/07/2010

Thursday, July 29, 2010

 

(Ottawa)—Starting August 1^st drivers 21 years of age and younger will be subject to new legislation under the Highway Traffic Act that imposes a zero blood alcohol concentration when driving on Ontario roads.

 

 

Ottawa Police Chief Vern White reminds drivers in Ottawa, young and old, not to drink & drive.

 

Background:

 

On July 26^th, the Government of Ontario announced that all drivers 21 years of age and younger must have a zero blood alcohol level when they get behind the wheel or face:

·         An immediate 24-hour licence suspension

·         30-day licence suspension

·         Up to $500 in fines

 

Drivers in the Graduated Licensing System will face tougher penalties if they violate the conditions of their licence or if they are convicted of any Highway Traffic Act offences that carry four or more demerit points. Penalties include:

·         30-day licence suspension for the first instance

·         90-day licence suspension for a second instance

·         Further instances can lead to a cancellation of the licence and other penalties.

 

For more information, please visit http://www.news.ontario.ca/mto/en/2010/07/keeping-drivers-safe.html

 

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