Garda drug testing of drivers

2 August 2024

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Hand holding drugs next to steering wheel

Drive safely this bank holiday weekend.

If you are in a serious car collision, the Gardaí must test you for drugs in your system at the roadside.

You must stay at the roadside until the test shows either a presence or absence of drugs in your system. This can take up to 30 minutes. Gardaí also test drivers for alcohol at the scene of serious collisions.

Find out more about 👉 drink and drug driving offences