Driving Under the Influence (“DUI”) of alcohol or another drug
When police suspect that you are driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, but may not be able to take a sample of your breath alcohol content, oral fluid, blood or urine, this charge may be laid. The offence is based on an observation by police or other witnesses who may testify that you were / were not unsteady on your feet, had red eyes, slurred speech or smelt of alcohol.
Novice Range PCA
Novice range PCA is committed when the following category of drivers have a Blood Alcohol Concentration of between 0.00 and up to 0.019: Learner drivers, P1 drivers, P2 drivers, Unlicensed drivers (suspended, disqualified or cancelled)
Special Range PCA
Special range PCA occurs when the following category of drivers have a Blood Alcohol Concentration of between 0.02 and up to 0.049: Leaner drivers, P1 drivers, P2 drivers, Unlicensed drivers (suspended, disqualified or cancelled)
Low Range PCA
Low Range PCA occurs when any class of driver has been detected with a Blood Alcohol Concentration of between 0.05 and up to 0.079.
Mid Range PCA
Mid Range PCA occurs when any class of driver has been detected with a Blood Alcohol Concentration of 0.08 and up to 0.149 (less than 0.15).
High Range PCA
High Range PCA occurs when any class of driver has been detected with a Blood Alcohol Concentration of above 0.150.
