What does “Controlled drug” mean?
A substance regulated under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001.
Controlled drug in plain English
A substance regulated under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001.
The Act creates the offences — possession, supply, production. The Regulations create the exceptions that allow lawful medical use, including possession of a drug supplied to you on prescription.
Cannabis remains a Class B controlled drug. A prescription does not change its classification; it brings you within an exception.
Frequently asked questions
What does controlled drug mean?
A substance regulated under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 and the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001.
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