The Government announced plans this month to crack down on those who drive while under the influence of drugs.
Legislation unveiled in the Queen’s Speech will create a specific drug driving offence. Currently police have to demonstrate that driving had been impaired by drugs in order to prosecute.
Under the proposed legislation it will automatically be an offence to drive a motor vehicle if you have certain controlled drugs in your body in excess of specified limits. This will make it much easier for police to take action against drug drivers.
Devices to screen for drugs in the body are expected to receive type approval from the Home Office by the end of the year.
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You can also read the full official press release from The Department For Transport here.
