Koon's Watch

Like drunk driving, drug-impaired driving is impaired driving.

It is dangerous and illegal in all 50 States, Puerto Rico and Washington, DC. It is never OK to drive when impaired.

Whether the drug is obtained legally or illegally, drug-impaired driving poses a threat to the driver, vehicle passengers and other road users.

If you are taking a new prescription drug or a higher dose of a current prescription drug, do not drive until you know what effect it has on your judgement, coordination and reaction time.

If you are impaired by drugs and thinking about driving, pass your key on to a sober driver. Remember: If you feel different, you drive different.

If you think driving while high won’t affect you, think again.

Scientists have proven that THCthe chemical responsible for marijuana’s psychological effects—slows reaction times, impairs cognitive performance, and makes it more difficult for drivers to keep a steady position in their lane.

Even something as simple as cold medication or an over-the-counter sleep aid could impair driving.

Any form of impaired driving is illegal. If you’re caught, you will be arrested for a DUI.