
Drunk Driving Accidents in Idaho Have Decreased Since Marijuana Legalization in Washington State
New research conducted by Dr. Benjamin Hansen and released by the Center for Growth and Opportunity at Utah State University suggests that there's a correlation between nearby marijuana availability and a reduction in the number of car accidents in Idaho. What are the Study Findings? Access to dispensaries is essential to determine the positive consequences of marijuana legalization. In this case, this access also explains the correlation between fewer car accidents and a shorter distance to the border of Washington, where marijuana is legal. One of the main culprits of car accidents is alcohol consumption, and Hansen's study contributes to the mounting evidence that suggests that people often substitute cannabis for alcohol when it's legally possible to do so. This is where state lines come into play: In the study,…