What are the penalties for driving a motor vehicle after drinking alcohol?
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The penalty for driving a motor vehicle after drinking alcohol is 6 demerit points, a fine, and suspension of the driver's license for 1 to 3 months. The detailed penalties for drunk driving and driving after drinking are as follows: Penalties for drunk driving: Drunk driving will result in the revocation of the driver's license, criminal liability, and a 5-year ban from obtaining a motor vehicle driver's license. If the drunk driving involves a commercial vehicle, in addition to the revocation of the driver's license and criminal liability, there will be a 10-year ban from obtaining a motor vehicle driver's license, and even after re-obtaining the license, the individual will not be allowed to drive commercial vehicles. Penalties for driving after drinking alcohol: If a major traffic accident occurs while driving after drinking alcohol, constituting a crime, criminal liability will be pursued, the driver's license will be revoked, and the individual will be banned from driving for life. Penalties for driving after drinking alcohol include a fine and suspension of the driver's license for 6 months. A second offense will result in 10 days of detention, a fine, and revocation of the driver's license. Driving a commercial motor vehicle after drinking alcohol will result in 15 days of detention, a fine, revocation of the driver's license, and a 5-year ban from obtaining a motor vehicle driver's license.
