Mobility
GNR arrests about 280 drivers per week for alcohol levels considered a crime
The GNR recorded 8,856 crimes related to drink-driving between January 1 and July 31, 2026, leading to 8,438 arrests. The highest volume of offenses occurs in the districts of Porto, Setúbal, Aveiro, and Faro, particularly on weekends between midnight and 6:00 AM.
Why it matters
This data highlights a consistent GNR enforcement pattern, serving as a reminder that driving with a blood alcohol level of 1.20 g/l or higher is a criminal offense in Portugal punishable by prison or fines and license suspension.Correio da ManhãRead original ↗
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