What Evidence Helps Prove the Statutory Medical Defence?
In UK drug-driving law, the statutory medical defence offers crucial protection for motorists who are lawfully prescribed for medical purposes , especially with controlled substances like cannabis-based products for medicinal use (CBPM). However, this defence requires compelling evidence that the medication was taken in accordance with instructions and motorists had lawful possession proof – a point often misunderstood or overlooked. This comprehensive guide u
Why Can I Feel Fine But Still Be Over the 2 Micrograms THC Limit?
As a former UK motoring journalist turned legal explainer with nearly a decade covering Road Traffic Act cases, I regularly encounter a common and frustrating question: “Why can I feel perfectly fine, yet still be over the legal THC limit when driving?” This blog post explains exactly how the UK’s near zero tolerance THC laws work, why feeling “fine” doesn’t guarantee you’re legal, and how roadside swab and police station blood tests factor into prosecutions. We’ll