KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A rise in recreational cannabis use has resulted in a heightened risk of crashes, injuries, and fatalities related to drivers operating vehicles while under the influence of the drug. According to AAA, 47% of users believe that cannabis use has little effect on their driving ability. Cannabis is the third most used substance in the United States, following … [Read more...] about AAA warns against the high stakes of driving under the influence of cannabis
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AAA conducts study on how cannabis consumers view driving while high
While some forms of cannabis is legal in 38 states, with 24 allowing recreational use and 14 allowing for medical use only, AAA is warning drivers of the dangers of driving while under the influence of cannabis. “Although AAA does not take a position on the legality of marijuana, we strongly oppose people driving under the influence of the drug,” said Megan Cooper, spokeswoman … [Read more...] about AAA conducts study on how cannabis consumers view driving while high
Massachusetts becomes first legal pot state to add AAA’s cannabis curriculum to driver’s ed
BRAINTREE, Mass. — Starting next year, Massachusetts will become the first state in the nation with legal recreational marijuana to add lessons about cannabis impairment to driver's education programs, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced. The new curriculum, "Shifting Gears: the Blunt Truth about Marijuana and Driving," was created by AAA. Officials … [Read more...] about Massachusetts becomes first legal pot state to add AAA’s cannabis curriculum to driver’s ed
When Are You Technically Impaired?
This does not correctly portray cannabis users! Only another false Stoner Stereotype. How much do you consume? At what point do you feel you are impaired? The more important question...when are you technically impaired? For some, a few pulls of a joint will suffice; others require a significantly larger dose to get up in the morning. So the issue is complicated … [Read more...] about When Are You Technically Impaired?
