However, the implementation of this Directive should not require the harmonisation of provisions of national law concerning the definition of road traffic offences, their legal nature and the possible measures resulting from such offences. In particular, the implementation of driving disqualifications in the Member State of issuance should be pursued regardless of whether the Member State of the offence qualifies the national measures as administrative or criminal. In line with the principle of procedural autonomy, Member States should establish their internal procedures, within the boundaries of their national law, to achieve the quickest and most efficient implementation of this Directive.
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