Alcohol-Cannabis Mix at the Wheel: Bundesrat Seeks Review - Germany May Ban Mixing Cannabis and Alcohol for Drivers Amid Safety Fears
German states Brandenburg and Thuringia have pushed for stricter rules on drivers mixing cannabis and alcohol. Under current law, consuming both in small amounts remains legal as long as levels stay below set limits. Now, the Bundesrat has called for a review of these regulations in response to safety concerns.
The proposal targets a zero-tolerance approach for drivers using cannabis and alcohol at the same time. At present, motorists can legally combine the two if their blood contains less than 3.5 nanograms of THC and stays under the alcohol limit. But recent discussions suggest this may not be safe enough.
The federal government must now study the evidence before deciding on stricter rules. A potential zero-tolerance policy would mark a shift from the existing system, where small amounts of both substances are permitted. The outcome could lead to tighter controls on drivers who consume cannabis and alcohol together.
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