The Real Test for Impaired Driving

Q: How can a police officer know if a driver is impaired by drugs? With alcohol there are roadside tests like walking a line, and a breath test. Are there similar tests for drug impairment? Alcohol has a .08 limit, and now cannabis has a limit, but are there limits for other drugs?

A: It’s time for a pop quiz: At what point has a driver had too much alcohol to legally drive? This isn’t exactly a trick question, but if your answer was a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08, well, you’re wrong. Surprised? I’ll explain.

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