Driving High: A Dangerous Choice? | Safe Roads Blog

Many people assume that driving high is a safer alternative to drunk driving. Both activities are illegal and dangerous which is what we will look at.

Why Driving High Is a Bad Idea

Driving high and operating a vehicle is the same as if you are drunk. It impairs your judgment which in turn affects reaction time and the law is very serious about it.

How High Driving Affects Your Skills

Marijuana causes a relaxed feeling. Also you may see a drop in focus. You may miss traffic signs or delay your response.

The Legal Consequences

Police may pull you over for driving high. You may also get fined and even throw a few months in jail. Also your license will be at risk of being suspended.

Comparing Drunk Driving and High Driving

Also impaired by which ever one you do whether it be drunk or drug driving. We see drunk driving as a greater issue in society but in fact they are equal in terms of fatal results.

How Alcohol and Weed Affect the Brain Differently

Alcohol brings out the risk taker in you. Weed causes you to lose focus. Also they are not good for driving.

Myth: "I Drive Better When High"

Some people say that they drive carefully while high. What we have in studies is that this isn\'t so. Your brain is playing tricks on you.

Why Some Think Driving High Is Fine

Misinfo goes viral very easily. In movies and jokes it comes off as harmless. In real life that is not the case.

Gaming Culture and False Perceptions

Some video games present reckless driving as a fun thing. In fact what we see in real life is that high speed driving is not a game at all. It is a crime.

What Science Says About High Driving

Research shows that which which you put in to which you put your mind and which enters your system impairs your drive. It causes a 200% increase in crash reports. Don’t risk it.

Key Differences Between Alcohol and Cannabis Effects

Alcohol is a factor in speeding. Drugs bring about delayed reactions. Which in turn cause accidents.

How to Stay Safe on the Road

Never drive after you’ve had something to drink. Use a taxi or wait it out. Your safety is of the upmost importance.

Alternatives to Driving High

Ride share services. Turn to a dry sober friend for support. Walking is the safe choice instead of driving impaired.

Conclusion

Driving high is against the law and it impairs you which in turn puts lives at risk. Don’t drive if you’ve been under the influence.

FAQs

1. Is driving high as bad as drunk driving?

Yes. Also which affect judgment and reaction time.

2. Will I go to jail for driving high?

Possibly. Penalties and license revocation are typical.

3. Can I get away with driving high if I’m careful?

No. Carefully or not. It is still unsafe and illegal.

4. How long should I wait before driving after using cannabis?

Wait a minimum of 6 hours. It is better to play it safe.

5. Does driving high affect insurance rates?

Yes. A high car insurance rate from a DUI (which includes weed).

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