Majority of Poles back lifetime license ban for repeat offenders – poll

A majority of Poles believe drivers caught behind the wheel despite a court-ordered ban should permanently lose their driving licenses, according to a new IBRiS poll for Radio ZET.

Polish driver's license.

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Of those surveyed, 53.3% “strongly agree” and 16.4% “somewhat agree” that individuals violating a driving ban should face a lifelong revocation of their license. Meanwhile, 8.3% “somewhat disagree,” 17.4% “strongly disagree,” and about 5% are undecided.

Women proved more inclined toward strict penalties, with 59% strongly in favor, compared to 48% among men. Support was particularly high among respondents aged 70 and above (75%) and those aged 18–29 (66%). Pollsters also found that voters for most political parties in Poland largely backed the measure:

• Third Way: 53% “strongly agree,” though a substantial minority disagreed
• Civic Coalition: 56% in favor
• Law and Justice: 64% in favor
• Confederation: 70% in favor

The survey of 1,068 adults was conducted on Jan. 10–11, 2025, using computer-assisted telephone interviews (CATI).

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Source: PAP