Cannabis is now the third-most used substance in the U.S. and Michigan is home to one of the largest markets for adult-use recreational pot.
That raises concerns around the consumption of pot while operating a motor vehicle, which large numbers saying they use weed before driving.
By the numbers:
Two studies sought to better understand how those who use marijuana view driving while under the influence of the substance.
Conducted by AAA, several themes emerged while looking at the behavior of cannabis users, including that more than half of those surveyed used weed an hour or less before driving.
Among those that use weed, 44% said they consume it multiple times a day
Almost 85% said they drive the same day they consume cannabis, while 53% do so an hour or less before driving
Nearly 47% believe they drive the same under the influence, while 34% believe it makes them drive better
H/T: www.fox2detroit.com
