Overview

• Armin Laschet, a high-profile CDU politician, was caught driving at 97 km/h in a 50 km/h zone in Aachen in July 2024.
• He initially contested the fine, citing a sense of threat from unknown individuals allegedly following him at the time of the incident.
• Authorities were unable to identify any suspicious individuals or vehicles, leading Laschet to withdraw his appeal in early 2025.
• Laschet has accepted the penalty, which includes a €428.50 fine, two points on his driving record, and a one-month driving ban.
• Publicly addressing the incident, Laschet expressed regret, described the experience as emotionally distressing, and emphasized that no one was endangered by his actions.