Drug-Driving Man Arrested for Third Time in Kaohsiung, Faces Detention and Heavy Fine

A 48-year-old man has been detained in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, after being arrested for the third time for driving under the influence of drugs. The man, identified by the surname Shao, was stopped by police from the Longhua Precinct while riding a motorcycle. Officers noticed his erratic driving and failure to use his turn signal, prompting them to pull him over for a traffic check.

During the roadside inspection, police discovered methamphetamine on Shao and conducted a saliva drug test, which returned a positive result. Shao reportedly expressed deep remorse for his actions, acknowledging that he should not have harbored a侥幸心態 (a mindset of relying on luck to avoid consequences). He was subsequently arrested and transferred to the Kaohsiung District Court, which ordered his detention.

This latest arrest adds to Shao's history of drug-related driving offenses. His repeated violations of traffic laws, including driving under the influence within a ten-year period, also mean he faces a significant fine. According to Article 35, Paragraph 3 of the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act, he could be fined up to NT$183,600 (approximately US$5,700).

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges with drug-impaired driving. Authorities continue to urge the public to stay away from drugs, emphasizing the importance of responsible behavior on the road.

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He was deeply regretful upon realizing his actions were exposed, repeatedly apologizing and stating he should not have harbored a mindset of relying on luck.