NSW: Almost $600 fine and immediate license suspension

From May 20 2019, first time, low-range drink-drivers (blood alcohol concentration of 0.05 to less than 0.08) will be hit with a minimum fine of $561 and the immediate three-month driving suspension.

Source: NSW Police

Anyone caught driving over the legal alcohol limit in NSW will face an on-the-spot three-month license suspension under a new stricter regime.

It’s part of a new “zero tolerance” policy introduced by Roads Minister Andrew Constance.

Drivers found with drugs in their system will face the same penalties if the offence is confirmed by laboratory analysis.

Previous laws stipulated no immediate suspension of licence unless court ordered.