Paphos court fines two drivers for operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol

On August 25, 2026, the Paphos District Court sentenced two foreign nationals, aged 40 and 29, for operating vehicles while under the influence of alcohol. The individuals were originally apprehended by the Paphos Traffic Department in January 2026 during routine road safety checks. Breathalyzer tests revealed blood alcohol levels significantly exceeding the legal limit of 9µg%, with the 40-year-old recording 97µg% and the 29-year-old recording 95µg%.

Regarding the judicial outcomes, the 40-year-old received a fine of €1,700, while the 29-year-old was fined €1,500. Additionally, both defendants were issued seven penalty points. While most reports confirm that both individuals faced license suspension for 10 weekends and 15 days, some sources specifically attributed the 10-weekend suspension to the older driver and the 15-day period to the younger one. These convictions are part of broader, ongoing efforts by Cypriot authorities to enhance road safety and reduce incidents of impaired driving across the region.