More than half of cannabis users drive after consuming, AAA study finds

More than half of cannabis users drive after consuming, AAA study finds

WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - In a recent study conducted by AAA, more than half of cannabis users surveyed say they drive within an hour of consuming the substance. Not only did many of the participants of the survey indicate they drive after consuming cannabis, but Senior Spokesperson for AAA, Mark Schieldrop, said almost half of the cannabis consumers surveyed don't believe it impairs their driving. In the three-part study, thousands of ca…

As more states approve recreational marijuana, AAA warns against driving under influence

Across the United States, 24 states allow recreational use of marijuana and cannabis, while another 14 allow it for medical use only.

Marijuana Consumers Respond Better To ‘Realistic’ Anti-Impaired Driving Message That Avoid Stoner Stereotypes, AAA Study Finds

Marijuana consumers respond better to anti-impaired driving messaging that’s rooted in “realistic” portrayals of the issue that avoid stoner stereotypes, according to new research from AAA. The organization released a pair of studies on Wednesday that examined both how cannabis users view the topic of impaired driving and self-reported behavior behind the wheel, as well as strategies to deter operating vehicles after consuming marijuana. With te…

High Risk On Florida Roads: AAA Warns Of Rising Cannabis-Impaired Driving Amid Legalization Trend

As cannabis use continues to rise across the United States, so does the alarming trend of driving under the influence of the drug, posing a significant threat to public safety, according to a new report from AAA. Cannabis, now legal in some form in 38 states, is the third most used substance in the U.S., […] High Risk On Florida Roads: AAA Warns Of Rising Cannabis-Impaired Driving Amid Legalization Trend

Rallying for Change: Delaware’s Cannabis Industry Calls for Immediate Action

Frustrations over delays and uncertainties in Delaware’s recreational marijuana industry spilled into the streets today as marijuana industry leaders rallied outside Legislative Hall, demanding action from lawmakers.

Iowa's Marijuana Legalization and Traffic Safety: What the Data Says About Car Crashes - Legalization Profiles

Marijuana legalization has been a hot topic in many states across the U.S., and Iowa is no exception. While the state has yet to fully legalize recreational marijuana, the medical use of marijuana was approved in 2017, creating a pathway for residents to legally access cannabis for medicinal purposes. With the potential for future marijuana legalization in the air, a key concern that arises is how marijuana might affect public safety, particular…