Traffic controls take on drug use at the wheel - driving license withdrawal threatens

Traffic controls take on drug use at the wheel - driving license withdrawal threatens

The latest events in a parking lot in Edenkoben have startled the local authorities. Seven drivers were caught by the police within four hours, while they were under the influence of drugs at the wheel. These violations now have serious consequences for the drivers.

The driver's licenses were collected and criminal proceedings for drunkenness in traffic were initiated. There are sensitive fines, a number of driving license and points in the traffic offender card number several months. In addition, the driver's license office is informed about drug use and checks the general suitability of the drivers to drive motor vehicles.

The control in the parking lot on the L516 was part of a focus control. Four drivers were caught under the influence of THC-containing substances such as hashish or marijuana, one was under the influence of amphetamines. Two drivers had even consumed several narcotics at the same time.

The police urgently warns against driving a car under drug influence: "Only those who drive soberly go safely!" These incidents serve as a memory of how important it is to sit behind the wheel sober and responsibly in order to avoid accidents and potential tragedies.

- Nag