The Synlab Scandal - Challenging the evidence in drug driving cases
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Drug Driving Success
In 2015, Section 5A was introduced to the road traffic act, making it an offence to drive a vehicle on a road or public place whilst over a prescribed limit for drugs. Unlike drink driving offences, it’s difficult – if not impossible – to work out what the new drug driving limits actually…
How will the cost of my car insurance change after a drink driving ban?
In charge of a vehicle while above the limit or unfit through drink: possible 3-month imprisonment, up to £2,500 fine, and a possible ban. Driving or attempting to drive while above the legal limit: possible 6-month imprisonment, unlimited fine, driving ban for at least 1 year (3 years if convicted…
Can a roadside breath test be used in court?
Did the police follow the correct procedure? Did you only have a roadside test? Or were you taken to the police station for the evidential breath test? What was your breath reading? Committed a moving traffic offence (speeding, running a red light etc) Driving in a reckless or careless manner (or…
Investors In People Celebration Event 2024
A few months ago, we were extremely proud to announce that we had been awarded our first 'Investors In People' accreditation. This award is recognised globally and focuses on making the working life better for employees within your company. There is a heavy focus on wellbeing and development, but…
How reliable are the test results for drink driving?
Breath sample procedure: Blood sample procedure: If the breath test machine gives an unreliable indication of alcohol If you cannot give breath due to a medical condition If there is no breath test machine available for use Urine Sample Procedure
