THE States police will “continue to take action” and bring drink-drivers before the Island’s courts, the force’s chief officer has stated after nine were convicted in a single week.
Five of the recent drink-driving cases resulted in immediate sentencing – including custodial sentences, lengthy driving disqualifications, fines and community service – while four guilty pleas were entered with sentencing scheduled for a later date.
Police chief Robin Smith said that nine drink-driving convictions in a single week was “unacceptable”.
“In just a matter of days, the courts have imposed over 15 years of driving disqualifications and £5,000 in fines, alongside custodial sentences and community penalties,” he continued.
“These are not minor penalties – they reflect the seriousness of the offence – yet people are still choosing to drink and drive despite clear laws, repeated warnings, and the very real risks involved.”
Mr Smith added that the Island had seen the “tragic consequences” of serious collisions, which “had an impact across the whole community” including on the families and friends directly affected.
“Against that backdrop, it is hard to understand why anyone would continue to take this risk.”
Mr Smith reiterated that the force would “continue to take action” and that “those who offend should expect to be caught and brought before the courts”.
