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Attention, Large Vehicle Drivers! New Rules Take Effect, and Those Who Do Not Take the Toxicological Test May Face Fines of Up to R$ 4 Thousand.
The suspension of fines for drivers without a toxicological test, in effect since 2022, has come to an end. Starting in mid-May this year, large vehicle drivers who are noncompliant may face traffic fines that, combined, exceed R$ 4 thousand. Check the details of the new rules in effect, the impact on drivers, and what you need to do to avoid these penalties. Stay informed about the changes and know how to regularize your situation to continue driving without worries.
Understand the Changes in the Rules for Large Vehicles
The deadline for regularizing the toxicological test required for the National Driver’s License has passed and, according to data from the National Traffic Secretariat (Senatran), over 3.4 million drivers in categories C, D, and E remain in noncompliance throughout the country. The deadline for the first group of drivers in categories C, D, and E, with licenses expiring between January and June, ended on March 31.
Now, if drivers do not take the test by April 30 of next year, they may receive traffic fines directly from the electronic systems of the State Traffic Departments (Detrans) and the Federal District starting from May 1, according to Article 165-D of the Brazilian Traffic Code (CTB). Failing to comply with the rules for large vehicle drivers concerning the test within the established period is considered a serious infraction, subject to a fine of R$ 1,467.35 and seven points on the driver’s license.
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Many drivers are unconcerned because they are not currently driving, however, there are changes in the rules for large vehicles and even those who are not stopped may receive traffic fines. The infamous counter fine, where the Contran decided that there will be a fine for each test not taken, which can total over R$ 4 thousand.
How to Take the Test to Comply with the New Rules for Large Vehicles
Drivers can schedule the toxicological test appointment through the Digital Traffic License app, where they can check availability, fill in details, and be informed of the date when the toxicological test will be conducted.
The Senatran emphasizes that the electronic systems of the State Detrans and the Federal District will be responsible for verifying compliance with the deadlines, and can impose penalties after the additional period has ended. Furthermore, the agency has been striving to educate drivers through awareness campaigns and alerts issued via the Digital Traffic License (CDT) to encourage drivers to take the test.
To check if the toxicological test is up to date and avoid traffic fines, licensed drivers should access the portal, click the “Toxicological Test” button and verify if the deadline for taking the test has expired. If so, they should find one of the accredited laboratories and undergo the collection for the toxicological test.
Driver Testimonies About the New Rule That May Generate Traffic Fines
Mr. Adilson Martins, an energy consultant, has never failed to take the toxicological test. He lives in the interior of São Paulo and, with an expired test, returned to the laboratory.
Adilson states that being of a specific category implies driving larger vehicles that require more safety. In traffic, there is a conjunction of the conditions of the vehicle, the condition of the road, and especially the condition of the driver.
If the driver does not have the physical condition, whether due to alcoholism, fatigue, or even drug use, they are putting all those who are transiting there at risk. The toxicological test can detect substances consumed more than 90 days ago.
The toxicological test has been mandatory since 2016 for drivers of categories C, D, and E. The fine collection has been suspended in recent years.
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