A Few More Drunk Driving Stats

Did you know that drunk driving remains the leading cause of death in the U.S.? Here are some more statistics from our college students drunk driving page.

Drivers between the ages of 16 and 19 are four times more likely to die in a crash than drivers between the ages of 25 and 69.
Teens have the highest chance of having a fatal crash within the first six months of getting their driver’s license.
31% of teens drivers were drinking alcohol at the time of their death.

Find Out How Much Blood Alcohol Content is Legal

Safe driving requires an understanding of how much alcohol can be consumed over a given period of time. Blood alcohol content (BAC) is a measurement of alcohol in your blood. The standard mass/volume formula says that for every 0.01 grams of alcohol per 100 grams of blood, that is a 0.01% BAC. Use our free BAC calculator to get a general idea of BAC content based on drink types, volume, body weight, and more.

What Happens to Your License if its Revoked?

Driving while impaired can lead to a revoked license, or even worse: jail. Since DUI laws vary from state to state, we recommend checking out our chart that lists interlock and DUI laws state by state, whether it be the DMV or a legal department. For instance, many DWI courts suspend or revoke driver’s licenses, impound and confiscate vehicle plates, impound vehicles, enforce bans on open containers, and mandate alcohol education.

Have More Questions?

Check out our resource pages for non-for-profit as well as governmental resources on impaired driving. Also be sure to check with your local resources for up to date information on drunk driving laws as well as recovery help options. Resources include sites such as National Commission Against Drunk Driving, Rutgers University Center of Alcohol Studies, Alcohol Studies Database, and more.