With the change to the legalisation of cannabis its impact on road safety is drawing urgent attention. With THC the psychoactive compound in cannabis, known to impair reaction time, coordination, and decision-making, law enforcement faces new challenges in detecting recent use at the roadside.
Traditional methods like blood testing are invasive and impractical in the field. That’s where oral fluid testing steps in. Fast, non-invasive, and scientifically robust, it enables officers to screen for recent cannabis use within minutes, supporting safer roads and more confident enforcement decisions.
In her latest article, “Cannabis at the Roadside: Navigating Detection in a Legalised Era,” Dr. Eva M. Reichardt, Scientific Affairs Manager at Abbott, explores how oral fluid testing technology, like the SoToxa™ Oral Fluid Mobile Test System, is helping law enforcement adapt to this evolving landscape.
Learn how science, technology, and public education can work together to reduce drug-impaired driving and promote safety.
