Alcohol Permit Replaces Traditional Driving Licence (LPI-G)
On August 29, 2025, a traffic stop was conducted on a Mercedes with Polish license plates in Gera, Germany. The vehicle was halted on De-Smit Street.
During the traffic stop, the 19-year-old driver was found to have a blood alcohol content of 0.56%, exceeding the legal limit. The driver could not produce a valid driver's license, leading to suspicions of driving without a license.
The passenger in the vehicle, a 23-year-old Polish national, was found to be in possession of a small amount of marijuana. However, the passenger was unaware that the possession of small amounts of cannabis has been legalized in Germany since April 2024.
Both the driver and the passenger were released from the scene. The passenger, who had initially fled on foot, was later apprehended and returned to the scene.
For further inquiries, the Gera Police Department's Press Office can be contacted at 0365 829 1503 or via email at [email protected]. The Thuringian Police's website is http://www.thueringen.de/th3/polizei/index.aspx for additional information.
The Gera Police Department did not provide information about the current head of the department or any other contact for further information.
It is important to remember that driving under the influence of alcohol and driving without a license are serious offenses. The possession of small amounts of cannabis has been legalized in Germany, but it is still crucial to be aware of the laws and regulations.
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