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The United Kingdom’s Home Office is reportedly considering reclassifying ketamine as a Class A drug. This shift follows evidence of its increased illegal use, which has reached record levels. This has sparked concerns about its societal impact and the strain it places on public health and safety. This potential reclassification could have significant ramifications for…

How can Bericon help with your POCA cases? Drug use and valuation analysis play a critical role in legal contexts where substance-related issues arise. The expertise of Bericon’s team proves invaluable when providing valuable evidence for use in cases. Whether cases involve drug trafficking, possession, distribution or manufacturing. Forensic evidence in drug cases is often…

Drugs can be incorporated into hair through the bloodstream during hair growth, making hair analysis a valuable tool in forensic toxicology. This method can detect a wide range of substances, including illegal drugs, prescription medications, and their metabolites, over an extended period, often months or even years. Unlike blood or urine tests, which provide a…

SCRAM bracelets are advanced devices used for continuous alcohol monitoring, offering a reliable way to track an individual’s alcohol consumption patterns. Worn around the ankle, they detect alcohol through perspiration, providing detailed insights into daily usage. Commonly used for periods of 30, 60, or 90 days, they are often employed in legal or rehabilitation settings…

Motorists are subjected to Section 5A of the Road Traffic Act. This is an offence where the individual has driven or been in charge of a motor vehicle with a concentration of specified controlled drug above specified its limit. Bericon can prepare court-ready reports in relation to:  – Post-Driving Drug Consumption- providing a possible defence that…