Tag: drug_impaired_driving

New Zealand Police Launch Roadside Drug Testing in Wellington

12 Dec 2025 · New Zealand Police

Starting December 15, 2025, police in Wellington will begin roadside drug testing, a first for New Zealand. The initiative aims to detect and deter drug-impaired drivers. Roadside screening will target four key drugs: THC (cannabis), methamphetamine, MDMA (ecstasy), and cocaine.…

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