There are drivers in Querétaro who are unaware that a passenger’s actions in the vehicle can result in a traffic violation. The state’s Traffic Regulations include a specific penalty for this situation, and few drivers are aware of it.
The rule applies to private vehicles as well as those used by ride-hailing apps like Uber and DiDi. The fine exceeds three thousand pesos, plus an additional penalty that can directly affect your driver’s license.
What does the Querétaro Traffic Regulations say about alcohol in vehicles?
Article 95 of the Regulations of the Traffic Law for the State of Querétaro precisely defines the infraction. The penalty applies when the driver consumes alcohol or allows passengers to consume alcoholic beverages, and this conduct results in a disturbance of public order.
The provision does not distinguish between the front passenger and rear passengers. Any occupant of the vehicle who consumes alcohol triggers the infraction. The driver is responsible to the authorities, regardless of whether they themselves are drinking.
The regulations frame this rule within road safety obligations. Both drivers and passengers must contribute to safe coexistence on the roads and respect the traffic laws in force in the state.
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Fine for drunk driving in Mexico City. Article 95 of the Querétaro Traffic Regulations fines the driver if a passenger consumes alcohol.
How much is the fine for passengers consuming alcohol in Querétaro?
The amount is calculated based on the Measurement and Update Unit (UMA) in effect in 2026, which is equivalent to $117.31 pesos. The fine can exceed $3,000 pesos, depending on the assessment made by the traffic officer at the time of the infraction.
In addition to the monetary payment, the authorities may apply penalty points to the driver’s license. Accumulating points puts the validity of the document at risk and may result in additional procedures with the State Ministry of Mobility.
The violation applies while the vehicle is in motion. If the vehicle is moving and a passenger consumes alcohol, the driver faces the legal consequences described in Article 95, even if they haven’t consumed any alcohol themselves.
Before starting the engine, check who gets into the vehicle and what they have with them. An open beer in the back seat can result in a fine exceeding three thousand pesos and points on your license. In Querétaro, the driver bears legal responsibility.
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