Juan Pablo Allan, a city councilman for La Libertad Avanza in La Plata and former head of the Registro Nacional de Armas, tested positive for alcohol during a traffic stop in Pinamar. Officers pulled over his gray Toyota Yaris at the city’s main roundabout, where a breathalyzer test registered 0.27 grams of alcohol per liter of blood.
Because Buenos Aires province enforces a strict zero-tolerance law for driving under the influence, traffic inspectors immediately impounded Allan’s driver’s license for 90 days. Law enforcement officials confirmed that the vehicle was not towed; instead, a companion accompanying the politician took charge of the car and drove it away from the scene.
The Context of the Traffic Stop
According to reconstructions published by TN, Allan had been dining out with his wife and son earlier in the evening, during which he consumed a single glass of wine. Sources close to the councilman stated that his original plan was to let his wife drive home. However, she reportedly became severely ill during the outing and was unable to operate the vehicle.
Faced with this emergency, the La Plata politician chose to drive despite having consumed alcohol. Representatives for Allan acknowledged the decision directly, stating, “He took a risk and it went wrong, it was a mistake.” They also noted that the blood alcohol concentration of 0.27 would not have constituted an infraction in the City of Buenos Aires, but strictly violates the zero-tolerance standard upheld throughout Buenos Aires province.
Political Background and Career
Allan’s career in provincial politics spans multiple administrations and legislative roles. He served as a Buenos Aires provincial senator representing the Eighth Section between 2015 and 2023. Following his tenure in the Senate, he aligned with Patricia Bullrich’s political faction and ran in the 2023 PRO primary election in La Plata against then-mayor Julio Garro.
By 2025, Allan shifted his party alignment to head the list of councilmen for La Libertad Avanza in La Plata, securing his current seat on the municipal deliberative council. Beyond his legislative posts, he previously directed the National Arms Agency (RENAR).
Juan Pablo Allan breathalyzer result and license suspension
What was Juan Pablo Allan’s breathalyzer result?
The breathalyzer test administered during the Pinamar traffic stop registered 0.27 grams of alcohol per liter of blood.
What penalty did the councilman receive?
Inspectors suspended his driver’s license for 90 days in accordance with Buenos Aires province’s zero-tolerance driving regulations. Authorities did not impound his gray Toyota Yaris, permitting a companion to drive it from the scene.
What political office does Allan currently hold?
Allan serves as a city councilman for La Libertad Avanza in La Plata, having previously served as a provincial senator and director of the National Arms Agency (RENAR).
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