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Navigating the Limitations of Hair Testing for Drug and Alcohol Use in Child Law Proceedings

Join us for an essential webinar that delves into the specific limitations of hair strand testing (HST) for both alcohol and drugs. Gain critical insights into how these limitations can influence the interpretation of the expert witness statement in family court cases.

22nd October 2024On Demand

Duration: 60 minsDuration: 60 mins

Audience

Family LawyersFamily Lawyers

Local AuthoritiesLocal Authorities

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Understanding the Limitations of Hair Strand Testing for Alcohol and Drugs

Hair strand testing is a widely used method for assessing long-term substance use, offering a retrospective view of alcohol and drug consumption over several months. However, this method has inherent limitations that can affect the accuracy and reliability of the results, which are crucial in family court decisions.

Some of the limitations include:

  • Hair length, which affects the detection window available
  • Variations in hair type and individual growth rates
  • Hair treatments such as bleaching, dyeing, and perming can alter the structure of the hair and potentially degrade alcohol and drug markers, such as ethyl glucuronide (EtG) for alcohol and various drug metabolites
  • External factors such as exposure to alcohol-containing products or environments and contamination from drug residues can lead to misleadingly high marker levels in hair samples, resulting in potential misinterpretation of substance use
  • Amounts of drugs and alcohol detected in hair. What does it represent?

This webinar will equip you with the expertise to recognise and account for these limitations, ensuring that you select the appropriate testing methods and accurately interpret the results in care proceedings.

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Is this result possible?

Gain a better understanding of the instructed test and the final expert witness statement, taking into account factors that might affect the reliability of these markers in hair samples.

Expert Insights

Hear from leading experts in toxicology and family law who will discuss how to navigate these testing challenges in the courtroom.

Certificate of Attendance

Receive a certificate of attendance upon completion of the webinar.

Case Studies

Review real-world cases that demonstrate the impact of hair strand testing limitations on legal outcomes for both alcohol and drug use.

CPD Opportunity

Fulfil your continuing professional development (CPD) requirements while gaining valuable knowledge directly applicable to your practice.

Questions & Answers

Participate in a Q&A session to address specific concerns and scenarios related to hair strand testing for alcohol and drugs in ongoing cases.

Meet the Speakers

Dr. Salah Breidi

Expert in Toxicology, Expert in Family Court and County Court

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Dean Clifton

Client Manager

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Join us for an essential webinar that delves into the specific limitations of hair strand testing (HST) for both alcohol and drugs.

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