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Heavy Fines, Breathalyzer Tests, and More Radars: This is What Awaits Drivers During Holy Week
The Police announce nationwide controls with breathalyzer tests and fines up to 5,000 córdobas, license suspension, and preventive detention.
TL;DR
- 13,000 police officers will be deployed across Nicaragua from March 28 to April 5.
- Approximately 50,000 breathalyzer tests are planned.
- Fines for drunk driving range from C$1,000 to C$5,000 based on blood alcohol content.
- Driving under the influence of drugs carries a C$4,000 fine.
- Penalties include license suspension and preventive detention up to 72 hours.
- Speeding fines are C$2,500.
- Motorcyclists without helmets face a C$3,000 fine for reckless driving.
- Infractors must attend a road safety re-education seminar and pay additional fees.