Roadside Saliva Testing - DRE Experts
Drugged Driving Lawyer and Grand Rapids Operating While Impaired Lawyer Explains.
One Year Saliva Drug Testing Program Completed.
The State of Michigan completed a one-year pilot program aimed at catching drivers who are driving impaired by drugs. The State selected five counties for the test program, Kent County, Berrien County, Delta County, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties. The pilot program ended November 2018.According to Michigan State Police statistics, the number of drugged drivers causing crashes has increased about 32% from the previous year. The State Police in association with local law enforcement asked motorists to submit to an oral swab of their mouth. The saliva test swabs will test for the presence of of the following drugs: benzodiazepines, marijuana, cocaine, opiates, and methamphetamine. The pilot program was designed to throw a broader net to catch those drivers who have illegal or legal drugs in their bodies. The saliva test, in conjunction with a "Drug Recognition Expert" or a DRE examination would give police officers more reason to demand that motorists submit to a blood test.