…impairment of a marijuana user. A cannabis dispensary owner, Lanette Davies, is concerned that, “this is just another way of having zero tolerance for people with THC in their system.”…
Search Results for: impairment
Sex Crimes
…person does not consent, or cannot consent due to mental incapacity, or alcohol or drug impairment, sexual intercourse may be considered rape. Under California Penal Code 261, rape is a…
Lewd or Lascivious Acts
…has a physical or mental impairment that substantially restricts his or her ability to carry out normal activities or to protect his or her rights, and includes anyone who is…
DUI Dictionary
…· y · z Impairment or Intoxication – Those states that refer to Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving While Impaired (DWI) usually have definitions that are similar to being…
Under the influence, defined
…an officer will look for certain signs, which include the manner in which he or she drove, any physical signs or symptoms of impairment and his or her performance on…
Is There Really That Big of a Difference Between .05 and .08 BAC?
…simulated driving tests people struggle at even this lower level with reaction time, eye movement, and visual depth perception. Failing to get sufficient rest only magnifies a person’s impairment. The…
The Blood Alcohol Calculator (BAC)
…correct; however, do not rely upon this information to decide whether or not it is safe or lawful to drive. Because impairment may occur at any Blood Alcohol Level, we…
Drug Crimes
…substance. You can be charged with being under the influence if the police are able to detect, in any manner, your drug usage. You do not need to show impairment…
Defense Closing Argument
…compelling evidence that the driver’s physical impairment was caused by an injury or illness, the jury must accept the explanation that points to the defendant’s innocence. A knowledgeable defense lawyer…
Prosecution Approach
…officials will ask that a driver undergoing a DUI investigation perform so that the officer may observe and check for signs of impairment. There are three major tests that officers…