📘 Road Traffic Amendment (Impaired Driving and Penalties) Act 2020
027 of 2020Assented 9 July 2020
This Act amends the Road Traffic Act 1974 to strengthen laws and penalties related to impaired driving, including drug and alcohol combinations, and radar detectors.
Impact
Drivers will face stricter penalties for drug and alcohol-related offences, including increased fines and disqualification periods. Police gain additional powers for drug testing and vehicle prohibition. The public benefits from safer roads.
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