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What are the penalties for drink driving in Thailand?
BAC limit is 0.05% (50mg/100ml). Penalties: fine up to THB 20,000, imprisonment up to 1 year, license suspension, and possible vehicle impoundment. Causing death while DUI carries 3-10 years.
Detailed Answer
Drink driving laws in Thailand: **Legal limit:** 0.05% BAC (50mg per 100ml of blood). For new drivers (under 2 years): 0.02%. **Penalties (DUI without accident):** - Fine: THB 10,000-20,000 - Imprisonment: Up to 1 year - License suspension: Up to 6 months - Vehicle impoundment possible **DUI causing injury:** - Fine: THB 20,000-100,000 - Imprisonment: 1-5 years - License revocation **DUI causing death:** - Imprisonment: 3-10 years - Fine: THB 60,000-200,000 - Permanent license revocation **Checkpoints:** Common during holidays (Songkran, New Year). Refusal to take a breathalyzer is treated as an admission of intoxication. **For foreigners:** Same penalties apply. Serious DUI offenses can affect visa status and may lead to deportation proceedings. Insurance may be voided if driving under the influence.
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