What does a CBR driving licence suspension entail?
A CBR driving licence suspension involves a temporary suspension of your driving entitlement by the Centraal Bureau Rijvaardigheidsbewijzen (CBR). You may not drive for a certain period, despite having a valid driving licence. This occurs in cases of doubt regarding your road safety.
It differs from a judicial driving ban or police seizure: with a CBR suspension, you retain the physical driving licence, but driving is illegal. This falls under article 9 WVW 1994 as driving without a valid driving licence, with criminal consequences.
Reasons for CBR suspension in Rijswijk
The CBR suspends based on road safety. Common causes:
Medical grounds
In cases of uncertainty about driving fitness due to health, such as:
- Physical limitations
- Mental health issues
- Medication effects
- Alcohol or drug addiction
- Conditions such as epilepsy
EMA: Educatieve Maatregel Alcohol en Verkeer
After a serious alcohol offence, the CBR mandates a course. Non-compliance leads to suspension until completion.
EMG: Educatieve Maatregel Gedrag en Verkeer
For reckless behaviour such as high speeds: course mandatory, otherwise suspension.
Alcohol interlock programme
Breach of rules in this programme results in suspension.
Legal basis: Road Traffic Act 1994
CBR authority under WVW 1994:
- Art. 130 WVW 1994: Suspension in case of doubt about driving fitness
- Art. 131 WVW 1994: Investigation procedure
- Art. 134 WVW 1994: Conditions for invalidation
- Art. 9 WVW 1994: Penalty for driving without entitlement
The Driving Licences Regulations specify medical requirements.
CBR suspension procedure Rijswijk
Notification
The initial letter contains:
- Reason for suspension
- Request for documents
- Response deadline
- Objection and appeal information
Assessment
The CBR may require:
- Medical/psychological examination
- Driving test
- Immediate suspension
- No action
Official decision sent by post with duration and start date.
Objection and appeal Rijswijk
Objection to CBR within 6 weeks; no suspensive effect. Rejection? Appeal to Rechtbank Den Haag (district Rijswijk). Request interim relief for suspension.
Duration of CBR suspension
Depending on the case:
| Reason | Average duration | Lifted after |
|---|---|---|
| Medical | 3-12 months | Examination passed |
| EMA/EMG | Until course completed | Diploma obtained |
| Alcohol interlock | 6-24 months | Programme completed |
Assistance in Rijswijk
Consult Juridisch Loket Rijswijk for free advice. At Rechtbank Den Haag for procedures. Prompt action increases chances of success.
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