Drug Driving Offence Solicitors

If you are being investigated for Drug Driving, contact our expert drug driving offences solicitors for a free, no-obligation consultation. We will assess your case and help you build a defence case to achieve the best result possible.

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Been Charged with Drug Driving?

If you are under investigation for a drug driving matter, you may be awaiting the results of your blood analysis or have already received your hearing date for the Magistrates’ Court.

We understand how hopeless things may seem at this moment; however, there is often a way out.

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At JHR Solicitors, we specialise in challenging allegations of driving in excess of the prescribed drug limit.

We can also assist in cases where the driver failed to provide a specimen for analysis.

The offence of Drug Driving

Drug Driving is a serious, criminal offence that carries a mandatory minimum ban of 12-months. This situation can be acutely stressful and challenging to navigate alone.

What penalties could I face?

Unless a special reason is presented, a conviction for drug driving will result in an automatic disqualification from driving for a minimum period of 12 months, as mandated by the Court.

In addition, the Court may also impose an unlimited fine, as well as the following penalties:

Up to 6 months in prison
A community service order

If you have a relevant previous conviction within the last 10 years, the disqualification would be for a minimum of three years.

If you have been charged with a drug driving offence, contact our expert team to discuss your options.

We can provide an early indication of the penalties you may face and whether you can retain your driving licence.

Our goal is to ensure you achieve the best possible legal outcome.

We are specialist criminal motoring defence solicitors

At JHR Solicitors, our team possesses extensive expertise and years of experience in defending complex drug driving cases.

Since the introduction of the new drug driving laws in 2015, we have built an excellent track record of achieving satisfactory results for our clients.

We understand that losing a driving licence can be catastrophic which is why we specialise in helping drivers avoid this outcome.

There are numerous ways to defend drug driving allegations, and given the complexity of this area, it is vital to engage legal representation with the experience and proven success in handling such cases.

If you are being investigated for drug driving, please contact us for a free consultation, during which we will clearly explain your options and discuss our fee structure.

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Your Expert Drug Driving Offence Solicitor

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What defences are possible for Drug Driving allegations?

The law governing drug driving procedures is complex, and even experienced officers can struggle to navigate it effectively. Mistakes made during the process can critically undermine the prosecution’s case.

With our extensive experience and expertise, we closely review the evidence to identify any flaws in the procedures followed by police forces. These flaws may include deviations from established protocols that can significantly weaken the case against you.

While you may not be familiar with the specific procedures that should have been adhered to, our knowledgeable team is here to help.

We extend our review to include the actions taken by the prosecution once legal proceedings commence, as we have successfully challenged many cases where the prosecution failed to meet their burden of proof.

Our technical understanding and dedicated focus on your case provide a distinct advantage in defending drug driving allegations.

How can a blood test for legal or illegal drugs be challenged?

Multiple factors may be considered when evaluating blood test results. It’s essential to understand that, although these factors can support a defence, they do not ensure the case will be thrown out.

Below are some methods to contest a blood test in drug driving cases:

Whether the blood procedure was conducted correctly.
Whether there were any quality issues with the analysis of the blood sample.
Whether the Crown can prove that valid consent was granted for the provision of the blood specimen.

Can a case be dropped?

The CPS will keep cases under constant review. If they take the view that their prospects of securing a conviction fall below their acceptable threshold, they may take the decision to discontinue the case prior to trial.

Pleading guilty to drug driving

It is important to note that even if you are later found guilty, the duration of your disqualification is unlikely to increase, however you would be required to pay a significant uplift in prosecution fees.

If you are considering entering a guilty plea, our Solicitors at JHR are here to assist you. We may persuade the court to reduce your penalties. Regardless of your choice, we will be with you every step of the way.