As we get closer to the legalization of marijuana, it’s good to know that Drug Recognition Evaluators are already catching impaired drivers.
The OPP says that during a traffic stop along the 401 last week, officers became concerned about the driver’s sobriety and called in an officer trained in drug recognition. Once on scene the officer completed his evaluation and determined the 28 year old Ottawa man to be impaired by drugs and he will be facing charges of Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle by Drug and Possession of Cannabis Marijuana, in Brockville Court on March 2nd.
Leeds OPP Detachment Commander Inspector Mike Francis reminds drivers ‘Whether its drug or alcohol impairment, the end result is similar, a possible criminal conviction for Impaired Driving, a drivers’ license suspension and a vehicle impound.’
