RICHMOND, Va. (WAVY) — In recognition of National Impaired Driving Prevention Month in December, the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority conducted its second statewide impaired driving survey.
The survey builds on the authority’s initial survey in 2022 and captures Virginians’ attitudes towards cannabis use and driving. The findings highlight both challenges and progress in the fight against impaired driving.
Key Findings
- 30% of Virginia drivers believe those who consume marijuana are usually safer
drivers. - 46% of marijuana users don’t always have a plan for a sober ride.
- 22% of Virginia drivers admit to driving high a few times a year or more.
- 34% of Virginia drivers have ridden as a passenger with a driver under the influence of marijuana.
While these statistics remain unchanged from 2022, the survey also revealed positive trends.
- 47% of respondents who used marijuana in the past three months always plan for a sober ride home, up from 42% in 2022.
- 29% of drivers believe they’re certainly or very likely to be pulled over for driving under the influence of marijuana, compared to 24% in 2022.
The authority encourages all Virginians to help prevent impaired driving this holiday season. For more information, visit its website.