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Driving Under The Influence

The holiday season is in full swing, and celebrations of all kinds abound. However, amidst the merriment and festivities, it’s important to remember you should never get behind the wheel if you’re intoxicated. Here’s what you should know.

Effects

Many of the skills required for safe driving, such as sound judgment, acute concentration, impeccable co-ordination, pronounced visual acuity and quick re exes, are impacted by drug and alcohol use. Consequently, being under the in uence can result in speeding, driving o the road, swerving into oncoming tra c and dozing behind the wheel.

Detection

Police o cers use their training as well as what they see, hear and smell to determine if a driver has drugs or alcohol in their system. Plus, they can take a breath sample to determine a motorist’s blood alcohol level. Police may also issue a standardized eld sobriety test (SFST), which typically requires the driver to walk in a straight line, stand and turn or stand on one leg.

Consequences

If you’re caught driving under the in uence of drugs or alcohol, you could have your licence suspended following your arrest, even before being convicted. Once convicted, the severity of your sentence will depend on your background and the circumstances surrounding your arrest. For instance, you could receive a hefty ne and jail time if you injured or killed someone.

To avoid collisions and other serious consequences of getting behind the wheel while under the in uence, make sure you drive responsibly.

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