Suspected intoxicated motorist apprehended in SKO region
In the streets of Timiryazev Raion, a 38-year-old rural resident found himself in hot water after being caught driving under the influence of alcohol. The incident was recorded in the Unified Register of Pre-Trial Investigations under Article 346 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
A Lada 2106 vehicle, which should not have left the garage in Almaty, was noticed in Timiryazev Raion. Major Alexander Rozbach, deputy chief of the MPS department of the DPO of the North Kazakhstan region, stated that the detainee intended to sell the car and checked its condition.
A medical examination confirmed the 38-year-old's intoxication, and he was taken into custody. The owner of the vehicle had his driving rights revoked two months ago for a period of 7 years due to driving under the influence.
This incident underscores Kazakhstan's increasing efforts to combat dangerous driving and improve road safety. Strict penalties are provided by legislation for drivers who endanger the lives and health of people, especially those who commit repeat offenses.
The legal framework in Kazakhstan on DUI offenses is clear. A first offense usually results in a fine and temporary suspension of driving privileges, with possible community service or mandatory education programs on road safety. However, repeat offenses, particularly within a certain time frame, typically 1–3 years, carry heavier fines, longer license suspensions or permanent revocation, and even criminal charges.
For instance, a driver caught driving under the influence for the second time within two years can face fines up to several hundred thousand tenge, a license suspension for 1–3 years, and possibly detention. A third DUI offense might lead to criminal prosecution with imprisonment ranging from 1 to 5 years, along with a permanent ban on driving.
If an intoxicated driver causes a fatal accident, they could face up to 10 years or more in prison, in addition to a lifetime ban on driving.
Recent legal updates in Kazakhstan have aimed to lower the permissible blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limits, increase penalties for repeat offenders, introduce stricter enforcement measures such as random breathalyzer checks, and strengthen the legal consequences for DUI-related accidents.
Reporting was done by Almaty.tv, citing Petroavlovsk.news. The exact penalties for this specific case are yet to be determined, but it serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of repeat DUI offenses in Kazakhstan.
The incident in Timiryazev Raion, where a rural resident was caught driving under the influence, is recorded under 'crime-and-justice' due to the violation of traffic laws. This case follows the strict 'legal framework' in Kazakhstan, where repeat DUI offenses, such as the one being investigated, are subject to 'general-news' worthy penalties, including fines, license revocations, and possible imprisonment. The details of the exact penalties in this specific case are yet to be determined.
