Road Traffic Law
Road traffic offences, driving licence withdrawal, traffic accidents, speeding and drunk driving under the SVG.
Road Traffic Law5 min read
Drink Driving in Switzerland: How Long Will You Lose Your Licence? (2026)
Caught drink driving in Switzerland? Exact penalties for 0.25, 0.50, 0.80+ blood alcohol: licence withdrawal duration, fines, criminal record. What the Road Traffic Act says in 2026.
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Speeding in Switzerland: Scale of Penalties
Scale of penalties for speeding in Switzerland: fixed fines, licence withdrawal, criminal sentences under the RTA and the Via Sicura ordinance.
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How to Challenge a Fine in Switzerland
Procedure for challenging a fine in Switzerland: objection, deadlines, arguments and chances of success under criminal procedure.
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Road Traffic Accidents: Liability Under Swiss Law
Liability in road traffic accidents in Switzerland: keeper liability, driver liability and allocation of fault under the RTA.
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