Question 1

What is the legal drink drive limit in England and Wales?

Accepted Answer

The legal limits are: 35 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath, 80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood, and 107 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of urine.

Question 2

How long will I be banned from driving for drink driving?

Accepted Answer

The minimum disqualification for a first drink driving offence is 12 months. For a second offence within 10 years, the minimum increases to 36 months. The actual length depends on your sentencing category, determined by your alcohol reading.

Question 3

Will I go to prison for drink driving?

Accepted Answer

Custody is a possibility for the most serious drink driving offences, particularly Category 1 (breath readings of 120 µg or above). The maximum custodial sentence is 6 months. Lower categories typically result in fines or community orders.

Question 4

What is a High Risk Offender?

Accepted Answer

You are classified as a High Risk Offender by the DVLA if your breath reading was 87.5 µg or above, blood reading was 200 mg or above, or urine reading was 267.5 mg or above. You must pass a DVLA medical examination before your licence is returned.