**** RCMP Media Release
Halifax District RCMP issues over 360 Motor Vehicle Act charges and charged 26 drivers for impaired driving in January
The Halifax District RCMP laid over 360 Motor Vehicle Act charges and charged 26 drivers for impaired driving during the month of January 2022.
Halifax District charged 24 drivers with Impaired Operation of a Conveyance by Alcohol, two drivers for Refusal of a Demand and another 15 drivers were issued driving suspensions for Operating a Conveyance While Having Consumed Alcohol. Also, the following summary offences tickets were issued:
- 137 for speeding
- 7 for stunting
- 56 for other aggressive driving
- 11 for distracted driving
- 37 for unlicensed/suspended or revoked driving
- 120 for other Motor Vehicle Act offences
If you see dangerous driving, report it to police when it is safe to do so. It is helpful to include the location of the vehicle, a description of the driver and vehicle (including license plate number, colour, make and model) as well as the vehicle’s direction of travel.
