DUI
DUI
DUI (pronounced: /ˈduːaɪ/), an acronym for Driving Under the Influence, is a term used to describe the act of operating a motor vehicle while one's ability to do so is impaired by alcohol or other drugs, including those prescribed by physicians.
Etymology
The term DUI is an acronym derived from the English phrase "Driving Under the Influence". The term has been in use since the early 20th century, coinciding with the advent of motor vehicles and the recognition of the dangers of operating them while impaired.
Related Terms
- Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC): The amount of alcohol in a person's blood, expressed as a percentage. In many jurisdictions, a BAC of 0.08% or higher is considered legally impaired.
- Breathalyzer: A device used by law enforcement to estimate a person's BAC from a breath sample.
- Field Sobriety Test: A series of tests used by law enforcement to determine if a person is impaired.
- Impaired Driving: The act of driving a vehicle while one's ability to do so is compromised by alcohol, drugs, or other substances.
- Zero Tolerance Law: Laws that make it illegal for persons under the legal drinking age to drive with any measurable amount of alcohol in their system.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on DUI
- Wikipedia's article - DUI
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