In Mexico City it is very common to see some shock or incidents where automobiles are seen or are involved in drunk states or under some harmful substance, which hinders its ability to handle.Unfortunately, in these scenarios many people come to lose their lives and that is why the CDMX Congress chose to modify the law to be able to withdraw the driver's license to a motorist in specific cases.
When was the new Mobility Law of the CDXM approved?
This new mobility law was approved by the Congress of Mexico City on Wednesday, July 7, 2021. The authorities issued a statement where they explain that traffic officers have the ability to retain the license of any driver in case of cominghandling in drunkenness.
In what cases can the driver's license be removed and what is the sanction?
The corresponding authorities may take away your license in case you have been drunk, if this is the case, in your first detention your driver's license will be canceled for one year.
What happens if there is recidivism and how long will it be punished?
If you are arrested again for the same situation, you will be forced not to have your license for three years.The body responsible for carrying out this task is the SSC (Ministry of Citizen Security).
What other measures includes the new Mobility Law of the CDMX?
The Congress was also responsible for approved more measures, such as the increase in criminal sanctions for all motorists who are involved in a crime while conducting either homicide or injuries.
They may be creditors to a much greater sanction if they get to invade an exclusive use lane for cyclists, are driving low alcohol or distracted with a mobile device.In addition, there is an initiative in which it is mentioned that public transport conductors that are involved in an accident will have to submit to the detection of alcohol or some drug.
Similarly, it was said that all public transport vehicles must have an insurance policy which covers a minimum of 4.4 million.The latter will be approved and certified by the National Insurance and Bonds Commission.
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