**** RCMP Media Release
Halifax District RCMP issues over 430 Motor Vehicle Act charges and charged 19 drivers with impaired driving in March
The Halifax District RCMP laid over 430 Motor Vehicle Act charges and charged 19 drivers with impaired driving during the month of March 2022.
Halifax District charged 16 drivers with Impaired Operation of a Conveyance by Alcohol, two drivers for Refusal of a Demand, one driver with Impaired by drugs and another 31 drivers were issued driving suspensions for Operating a Conveyance While Having Consumed Alcohol. Also, the following summary offences tickets were issued:
- 108 for speeding
- 88 for other aggressive driving
- 67 for distracted driving
- 27 for unlicensed/suspended or revoked driving
- 138 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.
