Kaohsiung police release names and photos of 13 repeat drug-driving offenders

Kaohsiung Police Department's Traffic Police Corps announced today that it has released the names and photos of 13 repeat drug-driving offenders on its official Facebook page. The move aims to leverage public scrutiny as a deterrent against drug-impaired driving, which poses a severe threat to public safety. According to the department, 739 cases of drug-impaired driving were recorded between January and May this year, an increase of 299 cases compared to the same period last year. Police have updated their procedures: drivers showing signs of impairment, such as erratic driving or confusion, will be subject to saliva testing and arrested if positive. Penalties include fines of up to 120,000 TWD, vehicle impoundment, and license suspension. Repeat offenders are also subject to preventive detention.