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Traffic Police to Implement On-the-Spot License Suspensions for Serious Offenses

Published January 11, 2026, 07:24

The Traffic Police are implementing changes to the license suspension process to address the increase in serious traffic accidents and fatalities. Under the new measures, police officers will be able to immediately suspend the licenses of drivers deemed particularly dangerous. Driving under the influence of narcotics is a certain offense for on-the-spot suspension. The possibility of immediate suspension for other serious offenses, such as driving under the influence of alcohol beyond the legal limit, is also being considered. The process will involve issuing a standardized letter to the offender and informing the Department of Road Transport. The goal is to avoid time-consuming bureaucracy and to immediately protect citizens.