What is DUI?
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) refers to impairment resulting from alcohol and /or other drugs. The most common DUI offense is drunk driving, which is operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or greater. A DUI arrest may also occur at lower BAC levels with other competent evidence.
A DUI offense may also include being under the influence of any medication, inhalant or substance, legal or illegal, that renders an individual impaired.
Impairment slows reflexes, distorts coordination, blurs vision, and can cause drowsiness or unconsciousness. When driving, these conditions threaten safety and lives.
Is there a typical DUI offender?
They come from all walks of life and income levels. They are also from all age groups. However, nationally, 21-34-year-olds are responsible for more alcohol-related crash fatalities than any other age group.
Is DUI much more than just a ticket?
DUI is classified as a violent crime. You're arrested. Handcuffed. Booked. Fingerprinted. Put in jail. And that's only the beginning of your problems.
You face criminal charges. You'll need money, and lots of it, for bail, bond, attorney fees, fines, court-ordered assessments, and remedial education or treatment programs.
You'll lose your driver's license and possibly your job. And watch your insurance premiums increase, if you're lucky enough not to be canceled.
A DUI offense is costly, embarrassing and never erased from your driving record.
By far, the worst DUI consequence is that you could be responsible for the serious injury or death of another person or yourself.
So if you choose to drink, don't risk getting a DUI arrest or causing a crash. Use a designated driver or call a cab. Remember, drinking and driving don't mix.
Is there any defense against a drunk driver?
A safety belt is your best defense against a drunk driver.
Does the Secretary of State's Office offer presentations on this topic?
Our Speaker's Bureau is available to speak to your group. If you are interested in an educational presentation on traffic safety laws, please contact: 1-866-247-0213
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