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People tend to overestimate their tolerance for alcohol and end up endangering themselves and others by driving while under the influence. While most people have an idea of the amount of alcohol their bodies can handle before feeling intoxicated, these estimates aren’t always reliable as different people respond differently to different amounts. Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is dangerous and potentially deadly, according to statistics provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Every 39 minutes someone dies as a result of drunk drivers; luckily there are ways to prevent such recklessness by staying within legal limits for blood alcohol concentration (BAC).
BAC (blood alcohol content) levels are measured in percentages and can be determined with chemical tests such as breathalyzers. The legal limit in all states across the nation for driving under the influence of intoxicants is 0.08%, at which point someone’s BAC levels reach this amount they will be considered too impaired to operate a vehicle safely. Some states offer lower tolerance limits such as teens or commercial drivers relying on larger vehicles for goods and passengers transportation purposes.
Recently, there has been an increasing push to lower the legal drinking limit to 0.05% across all states. Utah was first to make this change and saw an impressive reduction in drunk driving related fatalities as a result. Now more states are considering similar reforms as part of promoting safer roads.
DUI conviction penalties vary by state and Milton, GA is no exception, but typically include fines, community service hours, probationary periods and license suspension or revocation. Repeat offenders face harsher punishment. Furthermore, some courts require treatment for substance abuse as well as attending victim impact panels where stories from injured family or friends can be shared by those accused of driving under the influence.
If you are arrested in New York for DUI, penalties will depend on your BAC level and whether this is your first or multiple offenses. As well as financial fines, judges typically order community service as part of sentencing and may impose substance abuse assessments and treatment programs; additionally a DUI conviction could disqualify you from student loans as well as employment opportunities in certain fields.
if you are unfamiliar with the laws in your state and how they might impact your ability to work, speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney. If you are in Milton, James Yeargan attorneys specialize in drunk driving law and can help explain your rights if a DUI charge arises. Call now for a complimentary consultation session!
