Influence of drugs at the wheel: Police caught Delmenhorster driver!

On January 5, 2025, the police in Delmenhorst caught a 53-year-old driver under the influence of drugs. The incident occurred at 00:30 at the HaSporter Damm when the officials checked a striking car. During the review, it turned out that the driver was not in possession of a valid driver's license, which led to the initiation of criminal proceedings. The police removed a blood sample and prohibited the driver on the driver. The police report was transmitted at 10:16 a.m.

The crime statistics for drug offenses in the Delmenhorst district shows that a total of 457 offenses were recorded in 2022, the clarification rate was 97%. Of the suspects were 378 people, including 337 men and 41 women. It is particularly striking that 22% of the suspects are of non-German origin. The age distribution of the suspects has a significant accumulation among 30- to 40-year-olds, followed by those under the age of 21 to the age of 21 to 25 years.

legal situation on drugs in road traffic

In view of the current legal situation, it is important to take into account the effects of cannabis consumption on driving suitability. According to a publication by Anwalt.de, a limit for THC was introduced in the blood serum of 3.5 ng/ml in 2024 to ensure that only relevant consumption is sanctioned. Previously, the limit was 1.0 ng/ml THC. An absolute cannabis ban applies in particular to the trial period and drivers under the age of 21.

The consequences in a positive THC test are considerable: fines, points in Flensburg and possibly driver's license withdrawal can result. Mixed consumption of cannabis and alcohol is particularly critically evaluated. For cannabis patients, they are allowed to drive under the influence of cannabis as long as there is no impairment of the ability to travel. However, you must still adhere to the guidelines of the driving license authority.