A driver was arrested for testing positive for drugs while behind the wheel.

A member of the public reported a vehicle in Bicester to Thames Valley Police as they suspected the driver to be smoking cannabis.

The vehicle was located by police officers on the M40 and the driver provided a positive drugs wipe for cannabis.

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The driver was arrested.

Under the law, if you are convicted of drug driving you will get:

  • a minimum 1 year driving ban
  • an unlimited fine
  • up to 6 months in prison
  • a criminal record

Your driving licence will also show you have been convicted for drug driving. This will last for 11 years.

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