drunk driving
Intoxicated behind wheel
Drunk driving is operating a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol.
Legal thresholds vary by jurisdiction, but in the US, a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% typically constitutes the offense.
The term applies whether or not an accident occurs: She was arrested for drunk driving after failing a sobriety test.
Also called driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI).
- breathalyzerAlcohol detection device
- DUIImpaired operating charge
- speedingExceeding posted velocity limits
- crash sceneCollision aftermath location
- zero tolerancePolicy allowing no infractions
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