Drunk Driving: Day 2 - Why Drunk Driving Is Dangerous

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Drunk Driving Day 2 - Why Drunk Driving Is Dangerous From Buddy T, your Guide to Alcoholism For every drink that you have before getting behind the wheel of a vehicle, the changes of having a traffic accident increases expotentially. After a six-pack, a driver is 48 times more likely to have a crash. The Danger of Intoxication 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. Drinking Dangerous for Driver and Passengers Vehicle crash victims who have alcohol in their systems at the time of the crash suffer worse injuries, and are more likely to sustain a severe injury, than those who haven't been drinking, a new study finds. Drunk Driving Terms Enhanced Penalty Higher fines and penalties for some circustances. Mandatory Jail Time More states are demanding it. Drunk Driving Terms Burn Off Varies from person to person. Sobriety Checkpoints The courts say they are legal. Chemical Tests Refusing one has it consequences. BAC Extrapolation One legal tactic in close calls. This email is written by: Buddy T Alcoholism Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   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