FAQ On Drink Driving In Malaysia

1. Is it an offence to drink and drive in Malaysia?

It is an offence to drive a vehicle in Malaysia when the alcohol content in a person's breath, blood or urine exceeds the prescribed limit under the Road Transport Act 1987. This offence is commonly known as "drink driving", "drunk driving" or "driving under the influence".

Under Section 44 of the Road Transport Act 1987, a person commits an offence by causing the death of or injury to any other person while driving a vehicle while

1. under the influence of alcohol to such an extent as to be incapable of having proper control of the vehicle, or
2. having an alcohol content in one's breath, blood or urine which exceeds the prescribed limit.