Driving under the influence

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can destroy lives. It slows down your responses, increasing the risk of collisions, severe injury or even death.

Remember, it's none for the road

Alcohol and drugs can stay in your system longer than you think. If you get caught you could face a 12-month driving ban, a criminal record and up to six months in prison.

60%

Almost 60% of roadside drug tests are positive.

1

Just one drink can put you over the limit. So it’s best not to risk it.

70

Blood tests can identify over 70 different drugs.

Drug driving in Scotland

It’s illegal in Scotland, and immediate roadside testing can be carried out at any time.

Drink driving in Scotland

Drink driving ruins lives. Just one drink can put you over the limit.

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