Driving While High: What To Expect If You’re Pulled Over

In case you didn’t know, driving under the influence of drugs, including cannabis, is a serious crime that can have serious consequences.

So if you are pulled over for drugged driving, it is important to know what to expect and how to handle the situation to avoid getting into trouble so you can continue on your way.

Authorities say cannabis is one of the most difficult drugs to detect because of the variety of effects it can have on anyone. The different strands and potencies can easily mimic the effects of other drugs.

In addition, each person has a different tolerance level. What affects one driver may not affect another.

Due to the lack of research and testing surrounding cannabis, no concrete legal figures are assigned to levels of intoxication, as we see with legal limits for blood alcohol content.

But in case you should ever have to drive under the influence of cannabis, it’s important to know what will happen.

First, it’s essential to understand that driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal in most states. Even if you live in a state where marijuana is legal, it is still illegal to drive under the influence of the drug.

Marijuana is known to alter the senses, which includes the ability to drive, as weed can affect reaction times, coordination, and judgment to varying degrees.

The best way to avoid getting pulled over when you’re high is, obviously, not to drive when you’re high. However, if you do encounter police under the influence of cannabis, there are a few things you can expect.

First, one or more officers will approach the car and initiate contact. Initially, they will ask you if you know why you have been stopped or where you are going. If you are polite and cooperative, the situation is likely to go smoothly.

When talking to officers, be aware that they are looking for slurred speech, clumsy hands, glassy or bloodshot eyes, paraphernalia that may be in plain view, and strange smells.

Suppose you are pulled over for driving under the influence of marijuana. In that case, the officer will likely give you a sobriety test to determine if you are under the influence of the drug.

If the police suspect that you may be under the influence of alcohol, you will be asked to exit the vehicle. The sobriety test will begin by asking you to walk in a straight line, turn and walk back to the starting point.

You will then be asked to balance on one leg, probably while counting, or you will be asked to follow simple instructions, such as putting your finger to your nose in a certain way.

If the breathalyzer test is failed, a breathalyzer will be used to rule out the presence of alcohol. A medical checkup will also be performed to rule out any existing conditions, such as epilepsy or diabetes.

The officer may also ask you to submit to a more specific test or blood test to determine if you have drugs in your system so they may require you to go to the police station for further testing.

At the police station, you will be asked to submit to a more specific drug test, such as a blood or urine test, to determine if you have drugs in your system.

If officers are reasonably certain that a driver is under the influence of drugs, he or she will likely be transported to the police station, where the car will be inventoried before being impounded.

If you are arrested for drugged driving, you are likely to face serious consequences.

These consequences can include fines, license suspension, community service, and even jail time. In addition, a conviction for driving under the influence can remain on your record for years, making it difficult to find employment or obtain loans.

If you are pulled over for drugged driving, it is important to remain calm and cooperate with the officer. Do not argue or resist arrest, as this can make the situation worse. Instead, answer the officer’s questions truthfully and comply with his or her instructions.

If you are facing charges for driving under the influence, it is crucial to hire an experienced attorney who can help you navigate the legal system. Your attorney can review the evidence against you, challenge the results of any drug tests and work to minimize the consequences of a conviction.

Driving under the influence of drugs, including marijuana, is a serious crime that can have severe consequences. If you are pulled over for driving under the influence of cannabis, it is important to know what to expect and how to handle the situation.

If you’re a California resident who uses cannabis, you’d better think twice before getting behind the wheel while high.

With legal recreational cannabis use on the rise, the number of “DUI-Drug” charges continues to increase month after month. So what should you expect if you are pulled over and suspected of being high? An empty bank account is just the beginning.

Once at the police station, the police will begin a 45-minute, 12-step Drug Recognition Evaluation, or DRE. The DRE checks for abnormalities in blood pressure, temperature, pulse, vision, and muscle tone, all of which indicate the use of a specific drug.

They will also look for physical signs of drug use, such as resin on the fingers or injection sites in the case of intravenous drug users. An interview will be conducted to gather more background information that can help officers understand the situation.

If arrested and charged with driving under the influence, the official charge in California will be “DUI-Drugs,” 23.152 (E). The repercussions vary by county, but in some places, can cost more than $10,000.