Drunk driving carries serious legal and financial consequences in Hungary. According to the new Criminal Code (Act No. C of 2012, Section 236), drunk driving is strictly punished: your driver’s license can be revoked for several years, and significant fines can be imposed.
Whether drunk driving is punishable as an offense or a crime primarily depends on the blood alcohol level. If the blood alcohol concentration exceeds 0.50 g/l (or 0.25 mg/l in breath alcohol), it is considered a criminal offense. Lower levels result in liability under administrative offense proceedings.
Breath Alcohol (mg/l) | Blood Alcohol (g/l) | Determination |
|---|---|---|
0,1 mg/l | 0,2 g/l alatt | Alcohol consumption not proven |
0,11 – 0,25 mg/l | 0,21 – 0,5 g/l | Drunk but not impaired |
0,26 – 0,4 mg/l | 0,51 – 0,8 g/l | Very slight impairment |
0,41 – 0,75 mg/l | 0,81 – 1,5 g/l | Slight impairment |
0,76 – 1,25 mg/l | 1,51 – 2,5 g/l | Moderate impairment |
1,26 – 1,75 mg/l | 2,51 – 3,5 g/l | Severe impairment |
Above 1.76 mg/l | Above 3.51 g/l | Very severe impairment |
If your alcohol level does not reach the crime threshold, you may face administrative penalties such as:
In drunk driving cases, every statement and piece of evidence during official proceedings can significantly impact the outcome. Our experienced criminal lawyers can help you:
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