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To: Grainne who wrote (106351)	6/21/2005 9:04:44 AM
From: mph	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 108807

When I first learned to drive, I was given two pieces of advice regarding other drivers: watch out for young boys in souped up cars and old men in hats. The reference to old men in hats was due to the hazard of a overly cautious and slightly impaired driver on the road. If you've ever driven behind, around or near anyone who is trying to compensate for the vagaries of age, the mistake of drinking one for the road, or getting too mellow for one's own good, you'd know what I mean. To answer your question, I sincerely doubt that those stoned on marijuana have a lower accident rate than people who are drug free, (which, as I recall, was the comparison used in the article you linked.) Looks like we're going to agree to disagree. I've never been a user. My guess is you have been or are, which would likely explain your opinions on this subject.

To: Grainne who wrote (106351)	6/21/2005 2:06:21 PM
From: Bill	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 108807

<<< It is possible that people who have ingested marijuana but no other drugs and no alcohol MIGHT have a lower accident rate than people who are not stoned, because drivers on marijuana drive very slowly and are more cautious than normal. >>> Only luck would make that possible. Marijuana'a active ingredient, THC, connects to cannabinoid receptors in the brain. Cannabinoid receptors are found in the parts of the brain that influence memory, thought, concentration, sensory perception, time perception and coordinated movement. It is clinically demonstrable that people high on marijuana are less coordinated and have more distorted sensory and time perception than those who are not impaired by drugs. Therefore it is not possible for them to operate a motor vehicle more carefully than a drug free driver.