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NZ Police Accept Medical Defences in Roadside Drug Test Cases

NZ Police Accept Medical Defences in Roadside Drug Test Cases

New Zealand police data show at least four successful medical defences against roadside drug testing infringements since nationwide rollout in July. Of more than 8,000 saliva screenings in July–August, 271 tests were positive and 122 infringements were issued, highlighting both enforcement and dispute outcomes.

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Roadside drug testing: 4 medical defences accepted against infringements