Imagine consuming a THC edible at a party without reading the label and feeling no
effect from it until two to three hours later.
Hours later, you are passed out in your vehicle without it running while a sheriff’s deputy
beats on your window trying to wake you up.
THC is the ingredient that gives you the “high” feeling and a typical edible contains
almost 10-30 mg of THC.
In Georgia, when caught driving under the influence of THC it is considered a DUI drug
charge.
A sobriety test, breathalyzer test, and blood sample test are all conducted to see what
drugs are in a person’s system.
Upon failing any of these tests, an individual can be arrested and charged. Up to 12
hours can be spent in jail based on the seriousness of the charges.
After bail is posted if able, the individual is released, and a court date is scheduled.
Upon conviction of a first DUI Drug charge some consequences include:
12 months of probation.
Court fees and probation fines of $2500 and up.
Serving 12 hours or less in jail.
40 hours of community service.
Suspension of driver’s license for 6 months or longer.
Completion of a mental health evaluation.
Completion of risk-reduction/DUI school.
Higher car insurance rates.
Not only are the consequences costly, but they are also even stricter if accidents are
involved or if a person is a repeat offender.
DUI drug and alcohol offenses both carry the same consequences and the option to
plead “no lo” is not available.
Being cautious when consuming THC edibles is the best way to avoid jail time and legal
troubles and also being aware of the THC content the edible contains.
Putting yourself in environments where drugs and alcohol are readily available is a bad
decision to make, especially without a designated driver.
Getting into legal trouble is very costly, the consequences are not worth one bad
decision and a night of fun.
I have a personal relationship with a DUI Drug conviction because I was convicted in
December 2023, and I am still facing the consequences of my rash decision.
I don’t have an addiction or addictive personality; I just chose to consume a THC edible
that was way too strong for me to handle.
Facing the penalties that I’ve faced and having to spend so much money on classes
and probation fees, it’s easy to get discouraged and feel embarrassed.
In life mistakes happen, it’s easy to enjoy life and have fun and think nothing bad will
happen.
Life is precious, don’t allow one bad decision to end your life or the life of another.
Be responsible and if you believe that you have an alcohol or drug problem, don’t be
afraid to seek help.
I’ve always led a sober lifestyle and I’m not a fan of edibles any longer.
The mental anguish as well as embarrassment I’ve faced from seeing my mugshot
posted online have always deterred me from trying anymore edibles.