As more states legalize cannabis, policymakers, law enforcement agencies, and public safety professionals continue to ask an important question: How does legalization affect impaired driving? A recent doctoral study exploring […]
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Strengthening Cannabis-Impaired Driving Detection: What Research Says
As cannabis use becomes more common, law enforcement agencies need reliable ways to identify truly impaired drivers. A recent commentary by Thomas D. Marcotte and Robert L. Fitzgerald highlights key […]
Mississippi DUI Education Program Shows Positive Impact on Participant Behavior
A recent study evaluated the Mississippi Alcohol Safety Education Program (MASEP), a statewide program required for people convicted of their first DUI offense. Researchers found that participants had positive experiences […]
Updating the Playbook for Drug-Impaired Driving Investigations
Drug-impaired driving continues to be a major traffic safety challenge across the United States. As drug trends evolve and forensic technologies advance, toxicology laboratories must continuously adapt their testing practices to identify substances that may […]
Texas Hemp Updates: What’s Happening and What Comes Next
Texas’ hemp industry is facing major uncertainty. Rapid rule changes, ongoing lawsuits, and shifting enforcement have created a confusing environment for businesses, consumers, and policymakers. Right now, it feels like […]
Enhancing SFST Process for Law Enforcement Through Technology
Author: Sasha Tanner Law enforcement uses the Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) on suspected impaired drivers to determine if they are under the influence of alcohol and to potentially use the evidence in court. What if […]
