Differences in Procedure and Impact in Rotterdam
In Rotterdam, where the port and busy highways such as the A15 daily cause traffic congestion, a judicial driving ban imposed via the criminal court (article 164 SW) fundamentally differs from a CBR suspension. The driving ban often follows serious violations such as reckless driving on the Erasmusbrug or alcohol in traffic during evening drives through the city, with a duration of 3 months to lifetime. At the Rotterdam District Court, your physical driving licence is confiscated and you receive a proces-verbaal, which carries extra weight in a city with strict traffic controls.
Key Comparisons for Rotterdam Drivers
- Duration: Driving ban: determined by the police judge in Rotterdam; CBR: temporary until restoration via CBR course.
- Confiscation: Always with driving ban, often immediately during traffic checks on the Maasboulevard; not with CBR.
- Appeal: Directly to the Court of Appeal in The Hague for Rotterdam residents, within 14 days.
In Rotterdam, combinations frequently occur, for example a CBR suspension after an alcohol check at the Kralingse Plas that transitions into a driving ban. Against a driving ban, you institute appeal within 14 days at the Rotterdam District Court. Violation leads to heavier sanctions, including imprisonment and fines that escalate due to local enforcement. Insurance damage is significant, especially in accidents in busy neighbourhoods such as Charlois or Feijenoord. Engage a specialised Rotterdam criminal law lawyer for the best strategy, taking into account laws such as WVW, SW and local regulations. Understand these nuances to optimally protect your driving rights in the port city.