If the result of a drug test is positive and the vehicle is immobilized, who is responsible for the infringement?

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Traffic regulations clearly establish that responsibility for infringements lies with the author of the act. In this case, the punishable act is driving with the presence of drugs in the body, an action that can only be attributed to the person operating the vehicle. The Driver: Is sole administratively and criminally responsible. They will assume the fine and the loss of license points. They must also bear the costs arising from the immobilization and impounding of the vehicle. The Registered Owner: Is not responsible for the physical actions or state of the driver. Their responsibility is generally limited to ensuring the vehicle has insurance, valid inspection (ITV), and identifying the driver if the infringement was captured by cameras, but not for the driver's substance consumption.

If the result of a drug test is positive and the vehicle is immobilized, who is responsible for the infringement?

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