Driving under the Influence or DUI, Driving While Intoxicated or DWI, or just drunk driving all mean the same, driving under the influence of alcohol over the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit, or driving under the influence of any other drugs. There are over 1.4 Million DUI’s or DWI’s per year in the United States and it is a criminal offense. It can often lead to a heavy fine, loss of an individual’s driver’s license, and years in jail.
A DUI is often regulated by an individual’s blood alcohol content or BAC, where in many states is .08%, which equates to 4 drinks where you are legally drunk and should not be driving. So whether you were at the bar for a night or just at a friend’s house driving is not the option because driving under the influence can lead to serious problems with not only the law but also your family.
What should I do if I get a DUI?
First and formost seek legal advice for an arrest. Then it is time to look yourself in the mirror. Do you have a problem? If the answer is yes, you may need to seek treatment.
