Study connects increased accident rate with 4/20 holiday
As recreational and medical marijuana use has been legalized in several states, Illinois motorists should be aware that using marijuana can have an impact on their ability to drive safely. In fact, a study showed that increased use of marijuana on April 20, the drug’s self-proclaimed holiday, has been linked to a slight increase...
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Distractions may be to blame for rise in traffic deaths
Distracted driving, according to some experts, is behind the increase in traffic deaths that has been affecting Illinois and the rest of the U.S. Smartphone use is a major factor in distracted driving; a Consumer Reports survey of licensed drivers who own smartphones showed that 52 percent of them admitted to using their devices...
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Factors that can impact Breathalyzer accuracy
Even if it is your first time facing a drinking-and-driving charge in Illinois, you can still expect considerable penalties with a conviction. Therefore, if you have any reason to suspect the results of your Breathalyzer test are anything other than completely accurate, you would be wise to investigate further.With proper calibration, maintenance and administration,...
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