A renowned youth drugs educator came to my old school the other day, claiming a young lad from the eastern suburbs was pulled over in an RBT/RDT. Allegedly after blowing 0 in the Breathalyzer, the officer took a look at him and demanded that he skip the 'first' saliva drugs test and submit straight to the 'second' (allegedly that can detect THC for up to a month) and tested positive for THC, having consumed cannabis a number of weeks ago. He alleges he and his family went to caught, swiftly lost the case and is now blacklisted from entering many countries including the United States, as well as receiving a permanent drug driving offence on his record.
I would like to know is it reasonable to fear such a circumstance in this country? if so, how common is it? Would trying to make a legal case against a drug driving offence of this circumstance be swatted down by the courts so easily? It seems rather odd as one month clearly poses no risk to driving ability, and the ramifications rather heavy handed.
This educator has similarly suggested simply being present at a gathering where cannabis has been found or perhaps dealt, you can receive a permanent drug offence on your record.
Any information on the feasibility of this situation or on drug laws in general would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
I would like to know is it reasonable to fear such a circumstance in this country? if so, how common is it? Would trying to make a legal case against a drug driving offence of this circumstance be swatted down by the courts so easily? It seems rather odd as one month clearly poses no risk to driving ability, and the ramifications rather heavy handed.
This educator has similarly suggested simply being present at a gathering where cannabis has been found or perhaps dealt, you can receive a permanent drug offence on your record.
Any information on the feasibility of this situation or on drug laws in general would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you!