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In reply to the discussion: How will over-the-limit, DUI driving infractions be determined [View all]green for victory
(591 posts)but that didn't make much news
Impact of I-502 passage on Prosecution of Marijuana DUI in Washington
Prior to November 6, 2012, Marijuana DUI cases in Washington were prosecuted the same as every other "drug" DUI case. Since no per se limit of THC existed, in order to prove a marijuana DUI actual impairment had to be proven.
Now, as of December 6, 2012, the state of Washington has enacted a specific Marijuana DUI statute which proscribes driving after having a set limit of THC in the blood stream, establishes administrative licensing consequences, and provides specific funding to enforce the new law.
It is now unlawful for drivers to operate a motor vehicle with .05 nanograms or greater of THC in the blood stream as determined by an authorized blood draw and analysis. Those who are convicted under this statute will face the same DUI penalties as one convicted under the alcohol DUI statute.
One major difference is that a blood test showing a level of THC greater than or equal to .05 will now require the Washington DOL to take an administrative action against the driver's license as it would for .08 or higher alcohol cases. If the action was upheld, it would mean a license suspension of 90 days to two years depending on the driver's history.>>>MORE
http://www.washingtondui.com/seattle-marijuana-dui-lawyer/wa-drug-dui-attorney
people didn't want to hear about this before the election, now they're going to get a surprise.
WA voters got what they deserved- tougher DUI laws and a cannabis industry that will be totally controlled (if the feds let them) by the state liquor control board.
very few yes voters bothered to read the initiative.