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David Warner fined for drink-driving and ordered to install interlock device

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 9:17 AM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

David Warner fined for drink-driving and ordered to install interlock device

Summary

Former Australia batter David Warner has been fined A$1,500 and ordered to fit an interlock device to his car after pleading guilty to drink-driving in Sydney on Easter Sunday. Warner's blood alcohol reading was over twice the legal limit when he failed a breath test while driving his family home. Court testimony revealed he tried to switch seats with a passenger upon noticing a police checkpoint. The judge noted the presence of children in the car, which aggravated the offense. Warner has retired from international cricket and works as a commentator and captain in various leagues.

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By the Numbers

•Warner's blood alcohol level exceeded twice the legal limit.
•He attempted to switch seats to evade testing.
•Children were present in the vehicle during the incident.
•He must have an interlock device fitted to his car.

Latest Updates

9:17 AMYahoo Sports — Former Australia batter David Warner fined for drink driving
7:55 AMBBC Sport — Warner fined for drink-driving & must fit interlock device to car

What they're saying

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Former Australia batsman David Warner has been fined A$1,500 (£787) and ordered to have an interlock device on his car for 12 months after being convicted for drink driving.
— Sky Sports