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Withdrawal of driver's license in Switzerland

Switzerland’s strict legislative framework ensures safe road traffic.
The license withdrawal is one of the key means of maintaining this safety.

Here is an overview of the various consequences of a violation of the Federal Road Traffic Act (RTA), mainly in connection with a licence withdrawal:

  • Temporary measure : Article 30 of the LCR provides for the rapid withdrawal of a driver’s license in cases of immediate threat, such as driving under the influence or temporary incapacity.
    This withdrawal is temporary and can be challenged in court under the Administrative Procedure Act (AP).
  • Withdrawal for serious offences: for serious offences, art.
    16b LCR provides for the withdrawal of a driver’s license.
    The duration varies according to the seriousness of the offence.
    The penalty can be contested in court, with the recommended assistance of a lawyer.
  • Withdrawal for repeat offences: art.
    16c of the LCR deals with withdrawals for repeated offences.
    The duration is based on the number and seriousness of the offences.
    A legal challenge is possible.
  • Withdrawal on medical grounds: Art.
    15 of the LCR allows for withdrawal on medical grounds.
    This withdrawal can be contested by providing medical evidence or by initiating legal proceedings.
  • Administrative withdrawal: Art.
    31 of the LCR deals with withdrawal for non-compliance with administrative obligations, such as unpaid fines.
    This decision may be challenged in court.

The main aim of driver’s license withdrawals is to prevent hazards while offering opportunities for rehabilitation.

The means of recourse depend on each cas individual and must therefore be analyzed on a case-by-case basis.
Drivers have the right to appeal, and the assistance of a lawyer is recommended for optimum defense.

Withdrawal of driver's license in Switzerland

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The main reasons for the withdrawal of a driver’s license are as follows:

  • speeding
  • excessive speeding (hit-and-run offence)
  • driving under the influence of alcohol (drink-driving)
  • driving under the influence of drugs

If you find yourself in this situation, the assistance of a lawyer may be useful to potentially contest your license withdrawal.

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