Drunk
Driving: DUI Or DWI It Doesn't Matter
By Stuart Simpson
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You know it's a problem to drink and
drive. Drinking and driving is the most frequently committed crime.
115 people a day die from
car
accidents.
Of that, 47 had been drinking. Most of
the accidents occur between midnight and 3 am. 43% of the fatal
accidents of drunk drivers happen on the weekend. Holidays always
play an important role, too. New Year's Day is number one at 67%.
Fortunately, cars are getting safer and the statistics are slowing from
early 1960's levels.
You don't have to be "drunk" to impair your driving skills. Most don't
appear "drunk" when they get behind the wheel. You have to allow time to
"sober up" after drinking if you have to drive. Normally, it takes your
body one hour to allow your body to metabolize the alcohol of one drink. |
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If you have been accused of breaking a
Drunk Driving law, you can find a lawyer that specializes in such things to
help you with your case. DUI lawyers in your area can be found
online and family, friends, or ideally a family lawyer, can also refer
you.
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What about driving? Do you have to be
behind the wheel? Some states are very specific about actually driving.
Some states use the term "operating" which can mean sitting in the front
seat fiddling with the radio. Other states are stricter in identifying
you as being able to operate the vehicle, even though you aren't driving
or even have the engine running. And driving isn't just limited to a
car. Most states use the term "motor vehicle". This refers to any
vehicle with a motor - motorcycles, boats, and some states even include
bikes and horses. A horse?
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Astonishing facts about drinking and driving It is hard to believe but
the fact is that about 20% of the traffic sufferers all over the world
take place due to drunk driving. We all should act sensibly and like
responsible citizens, should understand the ill effects of drunk
driving and refrain from doing it.
If you actually want to drink and
drive, where can you drive? You can't drive on any public road or even
private land if it puts the public in harm's way. Literally, most laws
say "in the state" and that, my friends, means anywhere inside the state
lines, private or otherwise.
Your lawyer doesn't have to prove
intent, either, as in most criminal cases. If you had a general intent
to drink, then drove, then you are done. Driving after you have been
drinking shows you had intent.
Its simple folks, if you drink don't drive. And
if you are the driver, don't drink.
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