{
  "id": 13638277,
  "title": "CAP calls for lifetime driving bans for drunk drivers, motorists high on drugs",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/cap-calls-for-lifetime-driving-bans-for-drunk-drivers-motorists-high",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-11T04:16:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/10/1552966/cap-calls-lifetime-driving-bans-drunk-drivers-motorists-high-drugs"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP) has advocated for stricter penalties against motorists driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, including lifetime driving bans and mandatory jail terms. CAP senior education officer N.V. Subbarow highlighted the threat posed by drink-driving and drug-related driving to road users, emphasizing the risks faced by innocent pedestrians and motorists. He urged the Transport Ministry and police to intensify enforcement through regular roadblocks, alcohol screening, and drug testing of suspected motorists. Subbarow proposed that offenders' licenses be revoked immediately and advocated for heavier fines and longer jail terms to deter repeat offenses. He stressed that drink-driving is a preventable crime that endangers lives and that those involved must face severe consequences, especially when their actions lead to serious injuries or fatalities. The Prime Minister recently announced a proposed amendment to the Road Transport Act, requiring motorists who cause accidents while under the influence to compensate victims. CAP's Subbarow criticized motorists who view drinking or drug use before driving as acceptable, calling for stricter measures such as prohibiting alcohol in vehicles. He emphasized the need for firm and consistent enforcement to ensure offenders are held accountable, stressing that roads must be safe for everyone.",
  "summary": "GEORGE TOWN: The Consumers' Association of Penang (CAP) has called for tougher penalties, including lifetime driving bans and mandatory jail terms, for motorists caught driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.",
  "key_points": [
    "CAP calls for lifetime driving bans for drunk drivers.",
    "Mandatory jail terms proposed for drug-related driving offenses.",
    "Transport Ministry urged to intensify enforcement through roadblocks."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The Consumers Association of Penang's push for lifetime driving bans and stricter penalties signals a tougher approach to curbing drink-driving and drug-related driving, aiming to hold offenders accountable and enhance road safety.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}