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Drunk on an e-scooter: Driver without insurance risks multiple charges!
E-scooter driver in Meiningen caught without insurance and with over 1.1 per mille. Consequences: fines, driving license revocation.
Drunk on an e-scooter: Driver without insurance risks multiple charges!
On the night of Saturday to Sunday, a driver of an e-scooter was stopped by the police in downtown Meiningen. During a traffic stop, it emerged that the man did not have valid insurance coverage for his electric vehicle. In addition, an alcohol test led to alarming results: The preliminary test showed a blood alcohol content of over 1.1 per mille. The police will file several reports against the driver. This reports in southern Thuringia.
The use of e-scooters is now widespread in many cities and they offer a fast and flexible mobility solution. However, it is often underestimated how dangerous driving under the influence of alcohol can be. The same legal alcohol limits apply to e-scooters as to drivers. From 0.5 per mille, driving is a misdemeanor, while at 1.1 per mille it is considered to be absolutely unfit to drive, which can result in criminal proceedings according to Section 316 of the Criminal Code. These legal framework conditions are important for all e-scooter users and have been summarized in a legal overview anwalt.de listed.
Legal consequences if you are unable to drive
The criminal consequences for driving an e-scooter under the influence of alcohol are significant. If the blood alcohol content is over 1.1 per mille, the driver not only faces a fine, but also an entry on the driving record. In addition, the driving license can be revoked in accordance with Section 69 of the Criminal Code, with a blocking period of at least six months. In certain cases, particularly if the e-scooter was used as an “alcohol substitute”, a medical-psychological examination (MPU) can be ordered.
It is important to note that these regulations also affect people without a driving license. They also risk an MPU before being issued a driving license. In addition, a 0.0 blood alcohol limit applies to novice drivers during their probationary period and to people under 21 years of age. Violation of this rule will result in a fine, points in Flensburg, an extension of the probationary period and the ordering of an advanced seminar.
In summary, it can be said that using e-scooters while under the influence of alcohol can have far-reaching legal consequences that are similar to those for drivers. If you are charged, it is advisable to consult a criminal defense attorney to discuss your legal options.