STATE FINDINGS I n addition to analyzing national results, the MADD Cannabis Report also sought to understand the extent to which attitudes and behaviors differ based on the states in which survey participants reside. Colorado – one of the earliest states to legalize marijuana for both recreational and medicinal purposes – stands out as having residents who are significantly more knowledgeable about the effects of driving under the influence of marijuana.
Half (52%) of Colorado residents view driving high as a “very concerning” public safety issue. Yet, these individuals are significantly more likely than U.S. adults overall to view driving while impaired by marijuana as a minor traffic offense (37% vs. 27%), driving home the need for clearer information on the laws surrounding driving under the influence of marijuana. Other states, including those where marijuana has been fully legalized, tend to have attitudes and behaviors that are more similar to the general public overall (Figure 2.1) .
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*Figure represents percent of respondents Underlined figure (X) represents a significantly higher score vs. the national sample at the 95% confidence interval
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