What are the penalties for drunk driving?

[StGeorge]

The penalties for drunk driving are: 1. Driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol will result in a six-month suspension of the motor vehicle driving license and a fine; 2. If a driver is penalized for drunk driving and repeats the offense, they will face up to ten days of detention, a fine, and revocation of their motor vehicle driving license; 3. For driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), the traffic management department of the public security authority will restrain the driver until sober, revoke their motor vehicle driving license, hold them criminally liable, and prohibit them from obtaining a new driving license for five years; 4. Driving a commercial motor vehicle after consuming alcohol will result in fifteen days of detention, a fine, revocation of the motor vehicle driving license, and prohibition from obtaining a new driving license for five years.

[MirandaAnn]

Drunk driving penalties are really severe. I heard about this in a traffic law class last time. Basically, if your BAC exceeds 80mg/100ml, you'll face a minimum fine of 2,000 yuan, have your driver's license suspended for about six months, and spend 15 days in detention. For serious cases like causing accidents, fines can reach tens of thousands of yuan, with possible imprisonment over six months and a permanent criminal record that affects future employment. It's best to arrange a designated driver or take a taxi in advance – apps like Didi can handle this. Remember, the cost is too high and not worth it, and it might even burden family and friends with traffic tickets. Stay informed about local regulations, as cities like Beijing and Shanghai have stricter rules, which can prevent many troubles.

[LilaLee]

I know a buddy who got caught drunk driving and was fined over 5,000 RMB, plus his license was suspended for a year. He was completely stunned at the time, regretting not planning ahead to take a cab or have a friend drive. As a result, he lost a whole month's wages. Later, he had to attend traffic school, which made him miss a job interview and got rejected. His insurance premium doubled, costing him hundreds more every year. Now he advises everyone to always designate a driver at gatherings and not cut corners. It keeps you safe—don’t follow his misguided path.

[SanCarson]

Drunk driving is absolutely dangerous. With a high BAC, reaction times slow down, and the accident rate increases more than tenfold. I've seen a case where the car was wrecked, people were injured and hospitalized, resulting in heavy losses. Penalties typically include fines and license suspension, but the focus should be on safety: choose not to drink and drive in advance, and use carpooling services as an easy solution. This avoids tragedies and also saves trouble and effort.