{"id":14269,"date":"2025-07-14T11:31:37","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T11:31:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arou.ua\/?p=14269"},"modified":"2025-07-14T11:32:22","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T11:32:22","slug":"dtp-v-sostoyanyy-alkogolnogo-opyanenyya-kakye-posledstvyya","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arou.ua\/en\/blog\/dtp-v-sostoyanyy-alkogolnogo-opyanenyya-kakye-posledstvyya\/","title":{"rendered":"Driving Under the Influence: What Are the Consequences"},"content":{"rendered":"

Driving a vehicle while intoxicated is one of the most serious traffic violations and often leads to severe accidents, injuries, or even fatalities. Ukrainian law provides strict liability for such offenses, including fines, license revocation, criminal prosecution, and compensation for victims.<\/p>\n

Lawyers from the \u201cAdvocacy and Real Estate Association of Ukraine\u201d provide full legal protection for both drivers and victims of accidents involving drunk drivers. We will help you defend your rights and obtain a fair outcome.<\/p>\n

What liability does a drunk driver face after an accident<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Depending on the consequences of the accident, the driver may face administrative, civil, or criminal liability.<\/p>\n

1. Administrative liability<\/strong><\/h4>\n

If the driver was intoxicated but the accident caused no serious harm, the following sanctions apply:<\/p>\n

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    Fine of 17,000 UAH and license revocation for 1 year (Article 130 Part 1 of the Administrative Code)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Repeat offense \u2013 fine of 34,000 UAH and license revocation for 3 years<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Third offense \u2013 fine of 51,000 UAH and vehicle confiscation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    2. Criminal liability<\/strong><\/h4>\n

    If the DUI accident caused injuries or death, the driver may face:<\/p>\n

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      Imprisonment from 3 to 10 years (depending on the severity)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      License revocation from 3 to 10 years<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Compensation to victims (treatment, rehabilitation, moral damages)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      What rights do DUI accident victims have<\/strong><\/h3>\n

      Victims are entitled to full compensation, which may cover:<\/p>\n

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        Medical expenses (treatment, rehabilitation, medication)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Property damage (vehicle repairs, lost items)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Lost income (if unable to work due to injury)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Moral compensation (physical and psychological suffering)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        What to do if you are involved in an accident with a drunk driver<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        If you are a victim or witness of a DUI accident, follow this procedure:<\/p>\n

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          Call the police and emergency services<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Take videos and photos at the scene<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Find witnesses<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Get a medical check-up<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Contact a lawyer<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          How a lawyer can help in DUI accident cases<\/strong><\/h3>\n

          Lawyers from the \u201cAdvocacy and Real Estate Association of Ukraine\u201d assist with:<\/p>\n

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            Case analysis and legal strategy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Challenging police protocols<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Court representation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Recovering damages from the offender<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            Enforcing court rulings<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Why choose us<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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              Experience in DUI cases<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Fast response<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Personalized approach<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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              Support at every stage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              Contact us if you were involved in an accident with a drunk driver. We will help you protect your rights.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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