For this reason, the DMV takes a dim view of the use of marijuana.Īlso, current law prevents the DMV from administratively suspending or revoking a person’s driving privilege because they have certain levels of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in the bloodstream. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol, prescription medications or illegal drugs, the fact is anything that impairs the cognitive functioning of the brain can create a danger to other drivers or property.
A person who is impaired by the use of marijuana may be just as dangerous as a drunk driver. The conventional thinking within the department is that, although often legal to use or possess, marijuana has many of the same impairing effects that occur with the use of alcohol.
Recently, a “hot button” issue for the DMV are drivers who possesses or use marijuana. What many Californians don’t realize is that the DMV is equally empowered to strip a person of that same driving privilege if they believe good cause exists. Why is the California DMV Concerned About Marijuana Use? The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is the “All Powerful” government agency entrusted with the authority to grant driver licenses to those people who qualify.
