In just one day, 13 drivers in a state of alcohol intoxication and one under the influence of drugs were detained on the roads of Latvia.
In the past 24 hours, 13 drivers in a state of alcohol intoxication and one under the influence of narcotic substances were detained on the roads of Latvia, according to summarized information from the State Police.
In 11 cases, the alcohol tests showed a concentration exceeding 1.5 promille. Such a violation is subject to criminal liability, as is driving a vehicle under the influence of narcotic substances.
Two drivers detained on Saturday were held administratively accountable, as their blood alcohol concentration did not exceed 1.5 promille.
During the day, the police issued 430 administrative protocols for various traffic violations, including 200 cases of speeding and two cases of aggressive driving, according to police statistics.