Drink-driving in Moldova: testing, documents and legal assistance
Published by Avocat Expert · Republic of Moldova
Driving after drinking endangers lives and may lead to administrative or criminal liability. Refusing testing is not a way to avoid liability.
Prepared on 29 October 2026
1. Do not continue driving
If you have consumed alcohol, do not drive. Arrange a sober driver or other transport. During a police stop, follow lawful directions and do not obstruct procedures. Refusing, resisting or evading testing or examination can have criminal consequences.
2. Understand the records
Ask for an explanation of the procedure and copies of the documents. Note the stop and test times, result and measurement unit. Read documents before signing and request that specific objections be recorded without altering or destroying evidence.
3. If you disagree with the result
State your disagreement immediately and request the lawful review procedure involving medical examination and biological samples. The regulation provides a time-limited procedure; do not postpone your request until a later consultation. A verbal objection does not replace that procedure.
4. Prepare for legal advice
Bring all records, testing and examination results, summonses and driving-licence information. Classification and consequences depend on findings, circumstances, any accident and applicable law. A lawyer can review procedure and evidence but cannot promise licence retention or cancellation of a penalty.
Official sources (in Romanian)
General information. Applicable rules and deadlines must be checked against the specific situation and the relevant version of the legislation.