| Day 1 - Driving and Impairment  | From Buddy T, your Guide to Alcoholism Research shows that driving impairment begins long before a person reaches the blood alcohol concentration level of .08. For example, reaction time can be slower than normal after even two drinks, which could make a big difference in an emergency-response situation. | | Alcohol Impairment | Why Any Drinking and Driving Is Dangerous It's not a question of whether you are legally intoxicated, it's a question of whether or not it is safe to drive when you have consumed any amount of alcohol. | The Dangers of Driving While Intoxicated Alcohol-related accidents are so prevalent, it is estimated that 40 percent of all persons in the United States will be involved in a traffic mishap blamed on alcohol at some point in their lives. | Drunk Driving Terms | Implied Consent A controversial Fifth Amendment issue. | Impaired Impairment comes long before intoxication. | Blood Alcohol Content The legal limit is now .08. | Breathalyzer One of several drunk driving tests. | Child Endangerment Can increase penalties and fines. | Anti-Plea Bargaining Laws More states are adopting this policy. | | | | | Missing a lesson? Click here. About U. is our collection of free online courses designed to help you learn a new skill, solve a problem, get something done, or just learn more about your world. Sign up now, and we will email you lessons on a daily or weekly basis. | | | | You are receiving this email because you subscribed to the About.com 'Drunk Driving' email. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com | | | | | Advertisement | |