The government has made changes to the laws which govern learner drivers and where they can drive, allowing them onto the motorway network for the first time. Under Regulation 2 of the Motorways Traffic (England and Wales) (Amendment) Regulations...
DR10 to DR30 offences must stay on a driving licence for 11 years from date of conviction.
Code | Offence | Penalty Points |
DR10 | Driving or attempting to drive with alcohol level above limit | 3-11* |
DR20 | Driving or attempting to drive while unfit through drink | 3-11* |
DR30 | Driving or attempting to drive then failing to supply a specimen for analysis | 3-11* |
DR40 to DR70 offences must stay on a driving licence for 4 years from the date of the offence.
Code | Offence | Penalty Points |
DR40 | In charge of a vehicle while alcohol level above limit | 10 |
DR50 | In charge of a vehicle while unfit through drink | 10 |
DR60 | Failure to provide a specimen for analysis in circumstances other than driving or attempting to drive | 10 |
DR70 | Failing to provide a specimen for breath test | 4 |
DR80 must stay on a driving licence for 11 years from date of conviction.
Code | Offence | Penalty Points |
DR80 | Driving or attempting to drive when unfit through drugs | 3-11* |
DR90 must stay on a driving licence for 4 years from the date of the offence.
Code | Offence | Penalty Points |
DR90 | Incharge of a vehicle when unfit through drugs | 10 |
*Where the Court chooses not to disqualify as a result of special reasons.
