Michigan House Approves Roadside Saliva Testing for Suspected Drugged Drivers

Michigan House approves roadside saliva testing for suspected drugged drivers

The bills passed 61-44 on July 1 and would allow police to collect saliva to detect THC, cocaine and other drugs, replacing current blood test requirements.

Michigan drunk driving arrests plunge. Impairment remains deadly threat

Arrests for drunk driving are down 28% in Michigan since 2014, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s happening less. Police say staffing issues are limiting their patrols.

Michigan House passes bills allowing roadside drug screening

House Bill 4390 and a related bill would allow police to use a roadside oral drug testing tool designed to detect intoxicated drivers under the influence of drugs.