Can drunk driving fines be paid in installments?

Yes, individuals facing financial hardship can apply for installment payments through the enforcement agency.

What kind of alcohol addiction support is available?

The agency provides referrals to medical services and information on government-funded treatment programs.

How does the agency prevent repeat offenses?

Through medical referrals and counseling, aiming to address the root causes of drunk driving.

What happens if someone evades payment for years?

Strong enforcement actions, including asset investigations and location tracking, will be taken.

Is drunk driving enforcement consistent across Taiwan?

Yes, all branches coordinate to enforce penalties and offer rehabilitation support nationwide.

Enforcing Drunk Driving Fines with Compassion: Shilin Branch Assists in Addiction Treatment and Installment Payments

Published Jun 17, 2026 12:26 PM ・ Updated Jun 27, 2026 7:30 PM ・ 5 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

Taiwan's Shilin Branch of the Administrative Enforcement Agency is strengthening enforcement of drunk driving penalties while integrating addiction prevention resources, offering installment payment plans and medical referrals to reduce recidivism and support rehabilitation.

(Central News Agency reporter Liu Shih-i, Taipei, June 17) To uphold a zero-tolerance policy on drunk driving and ensure road safety, the Shilin Branch of the Administrative Enforcement Agency under the Ministry of Justice announced today that it is intensifying enforcement of drunk driving penalty cases and actively incorporating alcohol addiction prevention and treatment resources to assist offenders in overcoming addiction and arranging installment payments.

The Shilin Branch reported that a man surnamed Jiang was fined NT$20,000 for two drunk driving offenses and was referred for enforcement. After proactively contacting authorities to arrange installment payments, enforcement officers noticed Jiang’s drinking habits during follow-up calls. On the 15th, a branch clerk conducted a home visit to provide information on alcohol addiction assessment and treatment subsidies offered by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, and assisted in referring him to professional medical services.

The Shilin Branch emphasized that through medical and counseling interventions, it aims to reduce recidivism at its root.

Additionally, the Taipei Branch shared the case of a man surnamed Zhang, a motorcyclist who was fined NT$175,000 in 2014 (Republic Year 103) for exceeding the legal blood alcohol limit. The case was referred for enforcement in 2017 (Republic Year 106). Although Zhang initially had no assets, the Taipei Branch persistently tracked his whereabouts and urged him to submit a repayment plan. Recently, Zhang visited the branch to arrange installment payments and stated he has abstained from alcohol for 6 to 7 years and is now working diligently. The case has now smoothly entered the repayment phase.

The Taipei Branch stressed that drunk driving has become a public enemy, and strong enforcement measures will be taken against obligors who repeatedly ignore payment demands or maliciously evade fines. It also urged the public that if individuals face financial hardship and cannot pay fines in full, they should proactively apply for installment payments and not act out of侥幸 (false hope), to jointly safeguard road traffic safety. (Edited by Chang Ming-kun) 1150617

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