Portugal removes 280 drunk drivers from roads weekly

24noticias.sapo.pt (Portuguese)

Portugal's National Republican Guard (GNR) removed approximately 280 drunk drivers from roads weekly, detaining 8,438 between January and July 2026, totaling over 101,000 hours off the road. The GNR recorded 8,856 drunk driving crimes, with drivers aged 51-64 leading detentions at 2,450 cases. Weekends, especially between midnight and 6 a.m., saw the highest concentration, with Porto, Setúbal, Aveiro, and Faro topping regional figures. In Portugal, a blood alcohol level of 1.20 g/l or higher constitutes a crime, punishable by up to one year in prison or a fine. The GNR urges alternatives like public transport or designated drivers.


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