In 1983 a blood alcohol concentration greater than 0.8g becomes criminal. Details in this file on this measure, presentation of the first breath tests, explanations of Charles Fiterman, Minister of Transport, and an edifying quiz on the rules of the road.
The new breathalyzer is being tested in the department of Ille et Vilaine. It is intended to replace the breathalyzer test and to measure the level of alcohol in the blood of drivers. Interview with the chief of staff of the prefect.
Interview on stage with the Minister of Transport, Charles FITERMAN about the measures planned to improve road safety, included in the "React" programme, and in particular the sanctions against drunk drivers.
Topic dedicated to new measures to curb drunk driving: the level of alcohol in the blood sanctioned from 0.8 g/l, the deployment of breathalyzers and the modification of the code of drinking places. Images of accident vehicles and rescuers illustrate the journalist’s story. Interview with Professor Claude GOT, from the Raymond Poincarré de Garches Hospital, which details the figures of fatal accidents, the sociological profiles of the drivers involved and the risk of drinking and driving.
The new Safe Driving Act provides that exceeding 0.8 g/litre of alcohol in the blood is considered an offence, not just a ticket. Delinquent drivers will then be subject to prison sentences. Dr Roger FAI explains how many glasses this level corresponds to and what the effects of alcohol on driving are.