The Romanian Police, obliged to say how accurately the anti -drug tests are. IGPR lost the process with facials
The Foundation for the Defense of Citizens against State abuses (Facias) has achieved an important victory in court, for the benefit of drivers in Romania. The Bucharest Court forced the General Inspectorate of the Romanian Police (IGPR) to provide detailed information on the accuracy of the anti -drug tests used in road controls.
False positive results can also affect the reputation of tested persons. Photo: Archive
By this decision, IGPR has to publish data efficiency data, error rate and possible influences of drugs, food or supplements.
The court considered that this information is of public interest, especially in the context in which the results of the tests can lead to the suspension of the driving license or to open a criminal case, Facias announced on the organization's website.
“It is not just a legal victory. It is the proof that, when the institutions do not answer, someone has to ask for answers. Facacias remains with the citizens.” mentions the organization.
Facias has requested this data since July 2024, with an emphasis on Drager Drugtest 5000 devices, equipped with the Road Police. IGPR later confirmed that it uses about 800 such devices. Although the institution mentioned that the tests offer only preliminary results, which must be confirmed by laboratory analyzes, did not provide essential details regarding the error rate or the technical validation of the equipment.
At the same time, IGPR is obliged to provide information about future anti -drug tests: the estimated number, costs and distribution timetable at national level.
Facias points out that a false positive result can have serious consequences for an innocent citizen, affecting not only the right to lead, but also personal reputation. In this context, transparency on the use of drug tests is essential.
The organization requests the IGPR to comply with the court's decision and to make available to the public all the information on the tests used.
