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Sep 26

By MAJ Law

Can I legally drive with a prescription for cannabis? | M.A.J Law

Legal medical cannabis prescriptions have been available in the UK for a range of conditions since 1st November 2018. As with other potentially impairing medications listed within the Road Traffic Act 1988, patients with a legal prescription can drive a motor vehicle as long as they follow their…

Aug 24

By MAJ Law

How to get off a drug driving charge

Defend a drug driving charge. In a recent case, M.A.J. Law successfully represented a young man charged with drug driving. It was an interesting case because the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) through so many obstacles in the defendant’s way. Our defence was also made more difficult because our…

Aug 7

By MAJ Law

When was drink driving made illegal?

1872 The law has always been recognised that alcohol plays a part in creating unpredictable behaviour. In 1872, the law made it an offence to be 'drunk' whilst in charge of horses, carriages, cattle and steam engines. Someone convicted of this offence in the 19th century would normally receive a…

Jul 24

By MAJ Law

Is it illegal to sleep in my car when over the drink drive limit?

It's the early hours of the morning, all of your friends have gone home early. The night out has well and truly ended. Your pre-booked taxi hasn't turned up and you have no other option but to sleep in your car. The police are called by a concerned member of the public and they find you asleep in…

Jul 6

By MAJ Law

Longer prison sentences for driving offences

The Sentencing Council published new guidelines on the 15th June 2023 for driving offences. These guidelines took effect from the 1st July 2023. The guidance published reflects concerns from the general public regarding this specific type of offending. The courts have now been provided greater and…

Jun 5

By MAJ Law

Is it Illegal to Talk on the Phone While Driving?

Mobile Phone Law Change In March 2022, the law regarding mobile phone offences was updated. The update outlined that any use of a mobile phone whilst driving (handling, moving or touching a phone) is considered a moving traffic offence! Many motorists who are sat stationary in traffic may decide to…