RICHMOND, Va. –THC breathalyzers are often discussed as a way to detect drivers under the influence, especially as Virginia closes in on a retail cannabis market, but questions remain about their effectiveness.
There is no standardized, widely approved THC breathalyzer test on the market. Researchers have been trying to develop an effective THC breathalyzer, including former Virginia Commonwealth University professor Emanuele Alves, who received a grant from the National Institute of Justice to develop a prototype.
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Alves’ research made a big splash in the headlines in 2023, but she has since left VCU and could not be reached for comment. Alves stated in a recent publication that they have filed a patent for a future prototype to aid in roadside cannabis testing…