Code 5614
Whilst being detained for an alleged contravention of any provision of Section 65 of Act 93 of 1996, during his or her detention smoked before the specimen referred to in Sect 65(3) or (6) was taken
- Statutory reference
- Sect. 65(8)(b)
- Classification
- offence
- Demerit points
- 6 High
Demerit point values are taken from Schedule 3, column 6 of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences Regulations, 2026 (GN R.7646, Government Gazette 54922). This is an unofficial summary for convenience; verify code 5614 against your infringement notice and the official gazette.
Code 5614 (Sect. 65(8)(b)) is an AARTO offence: whilst being detained for an alleged contravention of any provision of Section 65 of Act 93 of 1996, during his or her detention smoked before the specimen referred to in Sect 65(3) or (6) was taken. A final charge here adds 6 of the 15 points needed for a driving licence suspension (about 40% of the threshold).
What this means for your demerit total
If this charge becomes final against you, it would add 6 demerit points toward the 15-point disqualification threshold (regulation 20(6)). That is about 40% of the published total on its own. Demerit recording and suspension under Act sections 24–28 were not proclaimed as of August 2026 — treat this as educational until official channels confirm your status.
Classification: offence. Category: Vehicle fitness and roadworthiness. Browse the full offence points table or read how demerit points work.
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