Avoiding A DUI, How and Why?

Today, individuals are much different than there was over half a century again in the days of poodle skirts, and drive-in movies. Society is now built promising features such as equality, strength, and individualism. These aspects have not only greatly shaped how we live our lives day in and day out, but also the laws of the United States throughout the years. Over the years drinking has been a primary source of laws in this country. From changing the legal age of consumption, to serving those that are underage drinking has been a top concern of lawmakers in America. However, the largest aspect associated with consuming a nice, cold alcoholic beverage is getting behind the wheel of a vehicle.

A DUI, or driving while under the influence, charge is a serious crime in this country today. To get one of these not only pricey, but also life-changing tickets is quite easy. All an individual needs to do is simply sit, not even drive, behind the wheel of a vehicle after consumption of alcohol. Although some can get away with a beer here, or a glass of wine there without getting a DUI, the general population that does consume alcohol that does drive is not showing proper roadway safety.

To avoid a DUI ultimately it is advised by all that a designated driver is implemented to any situation that drinking could occur from. However, some individuals do not always heed the advice of those more conscious of possible situations. If an individual has had a small amount to drink and plans on driving, a period of sobriety is recommended, in which the individual consumes water for a about 30 minutes to make sure that the alcohol content has declined some.

When driving a person is advised to always follow traffic laws and regulations. If an individual has more than just a few drinks it would be best not only for themselves, but everyone else on the road if they would simply catch a ride or stay with a friend.

Drinking and driving within the country is a publically known issue, which continues to rise. However, with so much attention one can only assume that safety would be prime concern of all. In the future, one can only hope that people will not be mixing their drink with alcohol and driving.

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