Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Laws

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) laws prohibit operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs beyond a legal limit, typically measured by blood alcohol concentration (BAC). If your BAC exceeds this limit or if impairment affects your ability to drive safely, you can be charged with a DUI. Penalties vary but often include fines, license suspension, and possible jail time. DUI laws aim to prevent accidents and ensure public safety by deterring impaired driving and holding offenders accountable. It’s important to understand that even if you feel okay, law enforcement can still determine impairment based on behavior and field sobriety tests.