{"id":33464,"date":"2025-09-11T14:08:32","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T12:08:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/drugs-in-ski-accidents\/"},"modified":"2025-11-24T20:00:13","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T19:00:13","slug":"drugs-in-ski-accidents","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/sports-accidents\/drugs-in-ski-accidents\/","title":{"rendered":"Drugs in Ski Accidents"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Drugs in Ski Accidents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-drogen-beim-skiunfall\" data-level=\"2\">Drugs in Ski Accidents<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-drogen-als-risikofaktor-im-skirecht\" data-level=\"2\">Drugs as a Risk Factor in Ski Law<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-strafrecht\" data-level=\"3\">Criminal law<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-zivilrecht\" data-level=\"3\">Civil Law<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-versicherungsrecht\" data-level=\"3\">Insurance Law<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-zivilrechtliche-haftung-bei-drogenunfallen\" data-level=\"2\">Civil Liability in Drug-Related Accidents<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-drogen-als-grobe-fahrlassigkeit\" data-level=\"3\">Drugs as Gross Negligence<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-mitverschulden-des-geschadigten\" data-level=\"3\">Contributory Negligence of the Injured Party<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-wenn-beide-beteiligten-unter-drogeneinfluss-stehen\" data-level=\"3\">When Both Parties Are Under the Influence of Drugs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-strafrechtliche-aspekte\" data-level=\"2\">Criminal Law Aspects<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#h-fahrlassige-korperverletzung\" data-level=\"3\">Negligent Bodily Harm<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-fahrlassige-totung\" data-level=\"3\">Negligent Homicide<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-gefahrdung-der-korperlichen-sicherheit\" data-level=\"3\">Endangering physical safety<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-rauschzustand\" data-level=\"3\">State of Intoxication<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-hilfeleistungspflichten\" data-level=\"3\">Duty to Render Aid<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-relevanz-des-smg\" data-level=\"3\">Relevance of the SMG<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-verhalten-gegenuber-der-polizei\" data-level=\"3\">Conduct Towards the Police<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\" data-level=\"2\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq\" data-level=\"2\">Frequently Asked Questions &#8211; FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/ueber-uns\/rechtsanwalt-peter-harlander\/\" title=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/ph100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Peter Harlander<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Rechtsanw\u00e4lte<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eWer unter Drogeneinfluss Ski f\u00e4hrt, setzt sich nicht nur einem enormen Unfallrisiko aus, sondern riskiert auch schwerwiegende rechtliche Konsequenzen\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-drogen-beim-skiunfall\">Drugs in Ski Accidents<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A ski accident under the influence of drugs occurs when narcotics such as cannabis, cocaine, or other substances impair driving ability to such an extent that it leads to a fall or collision. In such cases, several areas of law come into play: from a <strong>civil law<\/strong> perspective, full or partial liability for damages may arise; <strong>under insurance law<\/strong>, benefits may be denied or reduced; and <strong>under criminal law<\/strong>, offenses such as negligent bodily harm or endangerment may be fulfilled. What is decisive is not the type of drug, but the specific impairment while driving.  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-3019fe8e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-32585033\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Drugs in ski accidents mean that the consumption of narcotics significantly influences liability, insurance coverage, and potential criminal consequences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-45819ab6\"><picture>\r\n\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Drogen-beim-Skiunfall-352x198.webp\" >\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-picture-small\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Drogen-beim-Skiunfall.webp\" alt=\"Drugs in Ski Accidents: Liability, Insurance & Penalties Explained Clearly \u2013 Our Focus is on Your Rights as an Injured or Affected Party.\" >\r\n\t<\/picture>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-drogen-als-risikofaktor-im-skirecht\">Drugs as a Risk Factor in Ski Law<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ski accidents are among the most common occurrences on Austrian slopes. When drugs are involved, the legal situation becomes particularly delicate. Even small amounts of THC, cocaine, or synthetic drugs can significantly increase the risk of accidents, as coordination and reaction time are severely affected. For those affected, this means that claims for damages and insurance benefits can be limited or even entirely lost.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The legal situation is complex because various areas intertwine: In <strong>civil law<\/strong>, it concerns the question of liability and possible contributory negligence; in <strong>insurance law<\/strong>, the exclusion or reduction of benefits; and in <strong>criminal law<\/strong>, whether someone is prosecuted for negligent bodily harm, negligent homicide, or endangering physical safety.<br\/>Therefore, it is important for skiers, snowboarders, and their relatives: Drugs on the slopes almost always have adverse effects, be it financially, legally, or personally.<\/p>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Importance of Legal Foundations<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A ski accident under the influence of drugs is not only judged by common sense but by clear legal norms. Three levels are decisive: <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-strafrecht\">Criminal Law<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This concerns whether the conduct also constitutes a criminal offense. Anyone who drives while intoxicated and thereby injures others may be held accountable for negligent bodily harm or even negligent homicide. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-zivilrecht\">Civil Law<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This regulates who must compensate for the damage incurred. Drug consumption is almost always considered gross negligence, which exacerbates the perpetrator&#8217;s obligation to pay damages. The injured party may also be attributed contributory negligence if they were under the influence of drugs themselves.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-versicherungsrecht\">Insurance Law<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many insurance policies exclude damages caused by drug consumption. This can lead to both accident and liability insurance policies denying benefits. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In short: Anyone who skis under the influence of drugs exposes themselves to significant risks on several levels.<\/p>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-zivilrechtliche-haftung-bei-drogenunfallen\">Civil Liability in Drug-Related Accidents<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In civil law, the central question is: <strong>Who compensates for the damage?<\/strong> This concerns medical costs, loss of earnings, pain and suffering, or damaged equipment.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-drogen-als-grobe-fahrlassigkeit\">Drugs as Gross Negligence<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone who skis after consuming drugs massively violates the required duty of care. Courts generally classify this as gross negligence. The perpetrator is therefore liable not only for the direct damage but also for consequential costs such as loss of income or care costs for the injured party.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mitverschulden-des-geschadigten\">Contributory Negligence of the Injured Party<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Injured parties who have consumed drugs themselves must also expect deductions. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10001622&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=1307&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 1307 ABGB<\/a>, anyone who puts themselves in a state of intoxication bears part of the responsibility for the consequences. This can mean that claims are reduced by one-third or even half.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-wenn-beide-beteiligten-unter-drogeneinfluss-stehen\">When both Parties are under the Influence of Drugs<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If both parties are intoxicated, courts often apportion the damages proportionally. Whoever was more impaired or predominantly caused the accident bears the larger share. In some cases, there is an equal division of damages.  <\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/en\/about-us\/sebastian-riedlmair\/\" title=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/sr100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Sebastian Riedlmair<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Attorneys<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eZivilrechtlich f\u00fchrt Drogenkonsum fast immer zu einer massiven Versch\u00e4rfung der Haftung, oft verbunden mit der K\u00fcrzung oder dem Verlust eigener Anspr\u00fcche\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-strafrechtliche-aspekte\">Criminal Law Aspects<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Criminal proceedings following a ski accident under the influence of drugs should not be underestimated. Even consumption can be punishable under the <strong>Narcotics Act (SMG)<\/strong>, and if an accident occurs, the consequences are significantly exacerbated. In addition to the SMG, several offenses from the Criminal Code (StGB) are also relevant.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fahrlassige-korperverletzung\">Negligent Bodily Harm<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone who skis under the influence of drugs and thereby injures another person is regularly guilty of <strong>negligent bodily harm according to <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=88&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>\u00a7 88 StGB<\/strong><\/a>. Depending on the severity of the injury, the range of penalties extends from fines to imprisonment. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fahrlassige-totung\">Negligent Homicide<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a fatal accident occurs, charges of <strong>negligent homicide according to <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=80&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>\u00a7 80 StGB<\/strong><\/a> are threatened. If the death was caused in a state of intoxication or by particularly gross misconduct, the penalty is significantly increased.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gefahrdung-der-korperlichen-sicherheit\">Endangering Physical Safety<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even without a specific injury, the offense of <strong>endangering physical safety according to <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=89&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>\u00a7 89 StGB<\/strong><\/a> can be fulfilled if someone drives under the influence of drugs and thereby puts others in serious danger.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rauschzustand\">State of Intoxication<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Criminal law does not differentiate between alcohol and other intoxicating substances. A ski accident under the influence of cocaine, cannabis, or amphetamines can therefore be classified as a <strong>state of intoxication according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=81&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\">\u00a7 81 StGB<\/a><\/strong>. Even a demonstrable impairment is sufficient to establish culpability.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hilfeleistungspflichten\">Duty to Render Aid<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those involved in an accident and also witnesses are obliged to help injured persons. Failure to render aid is prosecuted under <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=89&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\">\u00a7 94 StGB<\/a> Abandonment of an Injured Person<\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=95&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 95 StGB<\/a> Failure to Render Aid<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-relevanz-des-smg\">Relevance of the SMG<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to the offenses from the StGB, the provisions of the <strong>Narcotics Act (SMG)<\/strong> apply. Even the <strong>possession or acquisition<\/strong> of narcotics is punishable. Thus, anyone who consumes cannabis, for example, and then skis, risks not only a conviction for the accident but also proceedings under the SMG. In this context, the <strong>transfer to third parties<\/strong>, such as joint consumption with friends, can also have criminal implications.   <\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/ueber-uns\/rechtsanwalt-peter-harlander\/\" title=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/ph100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Peter Harlander<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Rechtsanw\u00e4lte<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eDas Suchtmittelgesetz versch\u00e4rft die Lage erheblich, weil schon der Besitz oder Konsum strafbar sein kann \u2013 zus\u00e4tzlich zum Unfall selbst\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-verhalten-gegenuber-der-polizei\">Conduct towards the Police<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We strongly advise <strong>not to make any statements on site<\/strong>, but to seek legal assistance early. Statements or confessions to the police can be interpreted massively to your disadvantage later in criminal proceedings. Especially in connection with the <strong>Narcotics Act<\/strong> (SMG), an ill-considered word is often enough to trigger separate proceedings. Specialized representation ensures that your rights are protected, exculpatory arguments are presented, and no unnecessary mistakes occur.   <\/p>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ski accidents under the influence of drugs entail significant risks: from a <strong>civil law<\/strong> perspective, high claims for damages or the reduction of one&#8217;s own claims are threatened; <strong>under insurance law<\/strong>, companies often deny benefits as soon as drugs are involved; and <strong>under criminal law<\/strong>, investigative or court proceedings may follow, which are particularly burdensome for those affected. In addition, there are economic uncertainties due to possible loss of income, as well as personal burdens in the family and professional environment. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legal assistance from a specialized law firm like ours provides security and clarity regarding your options for action. You benefit from experience, assertiveness, and professional representation in all relevant areas. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our law firm<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>examines whether the legal provisions regarding drugs in ski accidents are applicable in your case,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>accompanies you through the entire process \u2013 from initial consultation to judicial settlement,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ensures legally sound structuring and implementation of all necessary steps,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>supports you in calculating, enforcing, or defending claims,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>consistently safeguards your rights and interests against insurance companies, injured parties, authorities, and law enforcement agencies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/en\/about-us\/sebastian-riedlmair\/\" title=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/sr100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Sebastian Riedlmair<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Attorneys<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eStrafrechtlich drohen Betroffenen Verfahren mit weitreichenden Folgen f\u00fcr Freiheit, Beruf und Privatleben \u2013 fr\u00fchzeitige Verteidigung ist daher entscheidend\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq\">Frequently Asked Questions &#8211; FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-972c8b74 uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/harlander-partner.eu\\\/en\\\/sports-accidents\\\/drugs-in-ski-accidents\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Who pays after a ski accident under the influence of drugs?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Generally, the perpetrator is liable for personal injury and property damage. If they are under the influence of drugs, their conduct is regularly considered grossly negligent \\u2013 which exacerbates liability. If the injured person has also consumed drugs, contributory negligence can reduce their claims.  \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will I still receive damages as an injured party if I have consumed drugs myself?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, but usually reduced. Courts attribute contributory negligence if one's own drug consumption contributed to the accident. Depending on the specific circumstances, reductions of one-third to half are possible.  \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will my insurance pay if I have an accident under the influence of drugs?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Caution: Private accident and liability insurance policies often provide for exclusions or reductions in benefits in cases of drug consumption. In cases of gross negligence, benefits may be wholly or partially denied. However, statutory health insurance usually covers medical treatment.  \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What criminal consequences can be expected?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Depending on the consequences of the accident, negligent bodily harm (\\u00a7 88 StGB), negligent homicide (\\u00a7 80 StGB), and endangering physical safety (\\u00a7 89 StGB) are particularly relevant. Additionally, offenses under the Narcotics Act (SMG) may apply (e.g., possession\\\/acquisition of narcotics). \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Should I make statements to the police on site?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No. Careless statements can be disadvantageous under criminal and administrative law, especially in connection with the SMG. Contact a lawyer as early as possible.  \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can the police demand drug tests (urine, blood)?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"In cases of reasonable suspicion of impairment, a medical examination\\\/blood test may be ordered. Refusal can have its own consequences. Do not comment on the matter and insist on legal representation.  \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Does the type of drug (e.g., cannabis vs. cocaine) play a role?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"For liability, the specific impairment of driving ability counts, not the \\\"category\\\" of the drug. Differences may arise in the assessment of impairment (reaction time, perception) and in the severity of punishment, but legally relevant is always the demonstrable impairment. \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How do I properly secure evidence after an accident?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Immediately take photos\\\/videos of the accident scene, traces, visibility conditions, and injuries; note contact details of witnesses; create a sketch; obtain medical documentation. Do not comment on the matter, involve legal assistance early so that evidence is professionally secured. \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Does this also apply to minors or if both parties have consumed drugs?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. In the case of minors, supervisory persons bear increased responsibility. If both have consumed drugs, the damage is regularly apportioned: Whoever was more impaired or predominantly caused the accident bears the larger share.  \"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq1 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Who pays after a ski accident under the influence of drugs?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Generally, the perpetrator is liable for personal injury and property damage. If they are under the influence of drugs, their conduct is regularly considered grossly negligent \u2013 which exacerbates liability. If the injured person has also consumed drugs, contributory negligence can reduce their claims.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq2 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Will I still receive damages as an injured party if I have consumed drugs myself?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Yes, but usually reduced. Courts attribute contributory negligence if one&#8217;s own drug consumption contributed to the accident. Depending on the specific circumstances, reductions of one-third to half are possible.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq3 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Will my insurance pay if I have an accident under the influence of drugs?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Caution: Private accident and liability insurance policies often provide for exclusions or reductions in benefits in cases of drug consumption. In cases of gross negligence, benefits may be wholly or partially denied. However, statutory health insurance usually covers medical treatment.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq4 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What criminal consequences can be expected?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Depending on the consequences of the accident, negligent bodily harm (\u00a7 88 StGB), negligent homicide (\u00a7 80 StGB), and endangering physical safety (\u00a7 89 StGB) are particularly relevant. Additionally, offenses under the Narcotics Act (SMG) may apply (e.g., possession\/acquisition of narcotics). <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq5 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Should I make statements to the police on site?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>No. Careless statements can be disadvantageous under criminal and administrative law, especially in connection with the SMG. Contact a lawyer as early as possible.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq6 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Can the police demand drug tests (urine, blood)?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>In cases of reasonable suspicion of impairment, a medical examination\/blood test may be ordered. Refusal can have its own consequences. Do not comment on the matter and insist on legal representation.  <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq7 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Does the type of drug (e.g., cannabis vs. cocaine) play a role?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>For liability, the specific impairment of driving ability counts, not the &#8220;category&#8221; of the drug. Differences may arise in the assessment of impairment (reaction time, perception) and in the severity of punishment, but legally relevant is always the demonstrable impairment. <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq8 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">How do I properly secure evidence after an accident?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Immediately take photos\/videos of the accident scene, traces, visibility conditions, and injuries; note contact details of witnesses; create a sketch; obtain medical documentation. Do not comment on the matter, involve legal assistance early so that evidence is professionally secured. <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq9 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Does this also apply to minors or if both parties have consumed drugs?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Yes. In the case of minors, supervisory persons bear increased responsibility. 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