We are about to usher in 2023, which is full of expectations and new innovations, and with the pace of replacing the old with the new, the ancient drunk driving regulations will also enter a new stage. For those drivers who regularly drink overnight alcohol, this news is a timely occurrence.
The new "Opinions on Handling Criminal Cases of Dangerous Driving While Intoxicated" redraws the red line for the criminalization of drunk driving, and establishes new criminalization criteria based on blood test alcohol content and circumstances, which will be officially promoted and implemented from December 28, 2023. This major reform has undoubtedly brought good news to the vast number of drunk drivers.
In the past, as long as the blood alcohol concentration reached or exceeded the threshold of 80mg 100ml, it was considered an illegal act and the corresponding legal responsibility must be borne, which may bring a heavy burden to individuals and families, and even have a profound impact on the future. However, according to the new regulations, if the blood alcohol content reaches 80mg 100ml or more, one or more of the following conditions can be met, and thus a criminal record can be avoided
First of all, if the blood alcohol concentration is between 80 mg and 100 ml and less than 150 mg 100 ml, and the driving of a motor vehicle is diagnosed as an emergency (such as ambulating an injured person) and does not constitute an immediate evacuation risk, it can be judged that the circumstances are significantly minor and the harm caused is small. Secondly, short-term driving in residential areas, parking lots, etc., such as moving vehicles, parking and other operations, can also be excluded from crime. In addition, if the car is delivered to the receiver for a short distance or a person who drives a short distance from the designated place after being driven by another person to a designated place, he may also be exempted from the charge of the offence. In addition to the above-mentioned circumstances, other cases where the circumstances are obviously minor will also be forgiven by law.
The new "Opinions" draw the "three red lines" of blood alcohol content of 80mg 100ml, 150mg 100ml and 180mg 100ml. In terms of specific implementation, it was adopted"Blood alcohol content + plot"The double standard can be summarized as follows: a blood alcohol content of more than 80mg 100ml can be accepted as a case, and less than 150mg 100ml can be non-prosecution (i.e., judged to be non-criminal, no criminal record);However, if the blood alcohol content exceeds 180 mg 100 ml, probation should not normally be applied (i.e., the sentence is actual and the criminal record is kept).
In summary, as long as an individual's blood alcohol test contains less than 180 milligrams per 100 milliliters, and the circumstances are significant, minor, and do not cause any substantial disruption to social security, then he does not need to face charges and will not have a criminal record. In short, the principle of "don't drink while driving, don't drive when you drink" should always be engraved in the heart of every citizen.
It is also worth mentioning that the cost of drunk driving to individuals and society is varied, not only in terms of legal aspects, but also in terms of economic pressures, which can be detrimental to careers, family harmony and even the public interest. Therefore, refusing to drink and drive is not only the right choice to safeguard the safety of one's own life and property, but also a powerful embodiment of respecting social order and good customs.
Looking forward to the future, the reform of drunk driving regulations on the occasion of the New Year has undoubtedly brought some good news to the majority of drivers. It is expected that every driver can be well versed in traffic laws and regulations, and cherish their own and others' precious lives. Only in this way can we jointly build a harmonious and stable road environment, so that everyone can safely drive on the beautiful road of life.
Now, with the "Guiding Opinions on the Trial of Criminal Cases of Dangerous Driving While Intoxicated" about to be implemented ahead of schedule, let us hope that the new regulations will play a unique role in enhancing the public's awareness of traffic safety and reducing the incidence rate of drunk driving cases. At the same time, drivers should also improve their self-defense ability, abide by traffic rules, and build a harmonious and stable road traffic environment.