Driving is one aspect of our lives that we inevitably will participate in doing almost every single day. When we are behind the wheel of a motor vehicle we are usually commuting, running errands, or trying to get one of our many daily tasks accomplished, and done so in a timely manner. With so many individuals on the roads one would assume that individuals take their safety, and the safety of others very seriously, and with extreme care. However, that most certainly is not the case in this day and age, especially with DUI related crimes, and accidents occurring.
What Is Marijuana?
When an individual commits a DUI crime it means that they were found to be driving under the influence. Many times alcohol is a key contributor in many DUI cases, which usually results many times in an accident occurring with injuries, and death as a common result. However, what can you expect from driving under the influence of another substance while on the road, such as that of marijuana? Marijuana is one drug that has been prevalent within the United States for many years. When an individual uses marijuana they are slowing down the receptors in their body, and ultimately delaying their motor response functions, as well as overall responsiveness.
What You Can Expect From It Behind The Wheel
When drivers who are under the influence of marijuana are on the road their driving patterns are very similar to those drivers who are under the influence of alcohol. Usually, those under the influence of marijuana behind the wheel can be seen participating in actions that include, but are not limited to:
- Going slower than the allotted speed limit
- Swerving in and out of traffic lanes
- Ignoring traffic signs, and signals
- Pull on and off of roadway curbs regularly
- Participate in erratic, and unpredictable driving patterns
Aside from the charges that an individual will be given for their driving under the influence crime the majority of the time these individuals will also be either charged, or convicted of drug possession charges.
Remember, driving under the influence is a crime that not only impacts your welfare, but also the welfare of others as well. If you have either been charged of a DUI falsely, or do a mistake you’ve made you need an experienced DUI attorney to fight for your case, and your rights from start to finish.
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