Argentina’s San Luis Province Passes Zero Alcohol Law

Argentina’s San Luis Province Passes Zero Alcohol Law

Zero Alcohol Law Unanimously Passed

San Luis province in Argentina has unanimously passed the Zero Alcohol Law. The law, which had already received a green light from the House of Representatives, has now been endorsed by the Senate. This legislation is in adherence to the National Zero Alcohol Law, which stipulates that drivers on provincial roads and highways cannot have any alcohol in their bloodstream. Previously, the permissible blood alcohol limit was 0.5 milligrams.

San Luis Joins 17 Other Jurisdictions

With the introduction of this law, San Luis joins 17 other jurisdictions where zero tolerance to alcohol for drivers is enforced. The nationwide law, enacted in May, had already established zero tolerance on national roads and highways.

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Senator Garcia Highlights Importance of Awareness

Diego Garcia, a senator from the Ayacucho department, highlighted the importance of raising awareness among all drivers, young and old, about the fact that one cannot drink and drive. He stated that once the law is enacted, there will be zero tolerance for alcohol on all provincial roads and highways, and this will be enforced through various checks.

Designated Driver and Road Safety

Garcia emphasized the importance of having a designated driver who does not drink alcohol, pointing out that drinking and driving can lead to road accidents and even fatal casualties.

Key Takeaways of The Zero Alcohol Law

The main takeaways are that the province of San Luis has passed the Zero Alcohol Law which prohibits drivers from having any alcohol in their bloodstream while driving on provincial roads and highways. This adherence to the National Zero Alcohol Law makes San Luis one of the 18 jurisdictions where zero tolerance for alcohol while driving is in effect. The law is aimed at promoting road safety by preventing drunk driving.

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