Coke, Blow, Snow, Dust, Yay-yo, Nose beers and Charlie are some of the names Cocaine is commonly referred to or known as. From 6 November 2025, South Australian Police have now included Cocaine to their roadside drug testing which tests for the following substances: THC (the active ingredient in cannabis), methylamphetamine (aka speed, ice or crystal meth), MDMA (aka ecstasy) and now, Cocaine.
Police Commissioner Grant Stevens said Cocaine effects may last a short time but can be detected up to 24 hours after consumption.
The penalties for Drug Driving remain the same, but the net has been cast wider.
| Offence | Minimum Disqualification | Fine | Demerit Points |
| Drug Driving | 3 months | $875 (expiation fee) or $900 – $1,300 | 4 |
| DUI | 12 months | $1,100 – $1,600 | 6 |
| Refuse drug test | 12 months | $900 – $1,300 | 6 |
| Refuse blood test | 12 months | $1,100 – $1,600 | 6 |
For a first offense, drug drivers will face the penalty of a $875 fine, with $102 victims of crime levy, and a minimum of three months of disqualification, plus four demerit points.
Refusing or failing to comply to a random drug test is an offence in itself. If a driver fails or refuses a drug test they will incur a date with the local Magistrates Court, an immediate loss of licence for a minimum of 12 months plus a further six demerit points.
Don’t let a Christmas party or festive celebration Blow your licence away. It’s now the end of the Line when it comes to drug driving and Cocaine.
Should you find yourself charged with Drug Driving call us at Nathan White Lawyers.
