You had a relaxing evening, enjoyed your favorite CBD product in the vape – but you still have to get home. “Can I drive after using CBD?” That’s the question. We’ll answer it for you and explain exactly what the legal situation is in Switzerland.
Quick facts about driving after CBD use in Switzerland
- Driving in Switzerland after using CBD is not generally prohibited.
- The decisive factor is the THC level in your blood, which could lead to penalties.
- To be safe, wait at least twelve hours after using CBD before getting behind the wheel.
Why CBD and driving always raises questions
CBD products, like the ones you’ll find in our green-Passion-Shop, are not covered by the narcotics law. They contain less than one percent THC and are therefore completely legal. The CBD itself isn’t the issue here, it’s the THC. Even if the THC content in your CBD vape is below the legal limit, it can still be detectable in your blood.
In these cases, you can’t drive after using CBD
As soon as 1.5 micrograms per liter or more of THC is detectable in your blood, you are legally considered unfit to drive – regardless of whether you actually feel fit or not.
Always remember: Anyone who drives a vehicle is responsible for themselves, their passengers, and other road users.
The effects of CBD on your ability to drive
CBD is not considered to have psychoactive effects. If THC is found in your blood during a traffic check, you face a penalty – regardless of the THC content of the product you used.
These penalties can apply for driving under the influence of THC
- Driver’s license suspension for at least three months
- Fitness-to-drive test
- Entry in the criminal record
- Fine
- Prison sentence
Special case: If your driver’s license includes a cannabis abstinence requirement, you should avoid CBD before driving altogether.
Especially mild CBD products at Green Passion
With us, you can filter all product categories by CBD content. Interested in CBD hash? At Green Passion, you’ll find selected products with less than 20 percent CBD content. Prefer CBD flowers? We even have those with less than 15 percent in our range.
FAQs – Frequently asked questions about CBD and driving in Switzerland
Is driving after using CBD prohibited in Switzerland?
No, there is no general ban. The decisive factor is the THC level in your blood.
When can I drive again after using CBD?
It’s best to wait at least twelve hours to make sure you’re safe from a positive THC blood test.
What penalties are there for driving after using CBD?
It’s not the CBD use that’s penalized, but THC in your blood. Penalties can go as far as losing your driver’s license.
From what THC level in the blood is driving prohibited?
From 1.5 micrograms of THC per liter of blood, you are considered unfit to drive.
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