DUI and Alcohol Laws Flashcards
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How many drinks does it typically take to impair driving ability in an average adult?
Answer: As few as 1–2 drinks
Research shows that driving ability can be impaired with as few as 1–2 alcoholic drinks, even before reaching the legal BAC limit.
Which body organ is responsible for processing alcohol?
Answer: The liver
The liver metabolizes approximately one standard drink per hour — you cannot speed this process up with coffee, food, or exercise.
What is a sobriety checkpoint?
Answer: A law enforcement stop where all drivers are briefly checked for signs of impairment
A sobriety checkpoint (DUI checkpoint) is a brief stop set up by law enforcement to screen all passing drivers for signs of alcohol or drug impairment.
Can you be charged with DUI if impaired by prescription medication?
Answer: Yes — DUI laws apply to impairment from any substance including prescription drugs
DUI laws cover impairment from any substance — including legally prescribed medications — if that substance impairs your ability to drive safely.
Which of the following best describes the effect of alcohol on reaction time?
Answer: Alcohol slows reaction time and increases stopping distance
Alcohol reliably slows neural processing and reaction time in all people, meaning it takes longer to recognize a hazard and brake, significantly increasing stopping distance.
What is an ignition interlock device?
Answer: A breathalyzer connected to the ignition that prevents starting if BAC is detected
An ignition interlock device requires the driver to blow into a breathalyzer before the vehicle will start; it is commonly required for DUI offenders.