A driver was arrested following a positive drug test, after police pulled them over for not having their headlights on.

Thames Valley Police officers were conducting a vehicle stop in Launton Road, Bicester yesterday evening (November 27).

While police carried out the stop, a van passed them which did not have its headlights on.

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This vehicle was in turn stopped and the motorist behind the wheel provided a positive drug wipe for cannabis.

The driver was arrested by the force.

Under UK law, if you are convicted of drug driving you may 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.

The maximum penalty for causing death by careless driving under the influence of drugs is life imprisonment.

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This story was written by Sophie Perry. She joined the team in 2021 as a digital reporter.

You can get in touch with her by emailing: sophie.perry@newsquest.co.uk

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