50mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood or 0.5 grams/litre or 0.05%;
Random testing is common, and fines are steep. As a passenger with a valid driver's license you are equally responsible and get fined too, even if your alcohol level is zero;
In addition to a fine, drivers with levels between 0.5 and 0.79 grams per litre alcohol will either receive an official warning or will have their driving licence withdrawn for at least a month (depending on their previous driving history);
Absolute alcohol ban for the following persons: Novice drivers, learners, driving instructors, accompanying persons of learners, professional drivers;
Drivers with levels over 0.8 grams per litre will automatically have their licence withdrawn for at least three month;
If you cross the border into France, make sure you carry a breathalyser test with you.

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