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If you were stopped at a Breathalyzer checkpoint in Mexico City and the test confirmed that you exceeded the permitted alcohol limit, the consequences go far beyond spending a few hours in "El Torito." In CDMX, testing positive in the "Conduce Sin Alcohol" (Drive Without Alcohol) program can result in other sanctions that involve money and a penalty against your driver's license; here we tell you what the consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol are.
Capital authorities informed that due to the national holidays, the special operation of the "Conduce sin alcohol" program will be launched from September 11 to 20, which will be in effect 24 hours a day in the 16 boroughs.
"The central objective is to raise awareness among those celebrating about the importance of not driving vehicles if they have consumed alcoholic beverages," specified the Secretariat of Citizen Security (SSC).
What happens if you test positive on the CDMX Breathalyzer?
The Traffic Regulations establish that when it is certified that the driver exceeds the permitted limit or is under the influence of alcohol, an incommutable administrative arrest of 20 to 36 hours at the "Torito" proceeds.
What is the alcohol limit to avoid El Torito?
The CDMX Traffic Regulations establish specific limits for driving. "It is prohibited to drive motor vehicles when you have an amount of alcohol in the blood exceeding 0.8 grams per liter or alcohol in exhaled air exceeding 0.4 milligrams per liter, as well as under the influence of narcotics, psychotropics, or stimulants while driving," the authorities point out.
How many hours do you have to spend in El Torito for the Breathalyzer?
The established sanction is 20 to 36 hours of administrative arrest. Furthermore, it is an incommutable arrest, meaning it cannot be substituted by paying a fine to avoid serving the detention hours.
How many points do you lose on your license due to the Breathalyzer?
The Regulations establish six penalty points for a driver who exceeds the permitted alcohol limit. Does your license get canceled with six points? No, because the regulations state that licenses are canceled upon accumulating 12 points.
What happens to your car if you go to the "Torito"?
The vehicle is sent to a vehicle impound lot. To recover it, the owner must meet the established requirements and cover the towing and storage fees.
- Arrastre del vehículo por grúa: de mil a 2 mil pesos (depende del peso del vehículo)
- Estancia en el depósito vehicular: por día se pagan 104 pesos.
Can the Breathalyzer cancel a permanent license?
Capital authorities have established restrictions for certain procedures, for example, the permanent license; drivers who were detained for driving while intoxicated cannot obtain this document.
What is “El Torito” in CDMX?
“El Torito” is the name popularly known as the Center for Administrative Sanctions and Social Integration of the CDMX. It is located on Aquiles Serdán Avenue at the corner of Lago Gascasónica, San Diego Ocoyoacac colony (or Huichapan Tacuba), Miguel Hidalgo borough.
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