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Leading Illinois DUI Attorneys | Illinois DUI Drunk Driving Lawyers DuPage DUI Kane DUI Cook DUI Wheaton DUI Name: Email: Tell us about your problem Or click here for a more comprehensive form ARRESTED FOR AN ILLINOIS DUI OR ILLINOIS CRIMINAL CHARGE? MEMBER, AMERICA'S TOP DUI & DWI DEFENSE ATTORNEYS TM 1-800-DIAL-DUI (ext. 630)© Illinois DUI Attorneys The Illinois DUI Laws and Illinois Criminal Laws are strictly enforced, so you need Illinois DUI Attorneys and Illinois Criminal Defense Attorneys who can respond effectively to your problems and concerns. Failure to obtain highly qualified attorneys such as Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, LLC can cost your freedom and your driving privileges. The outcome of your case depends on your choice of attorneys – attorneys like those at Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, LLC are the difference you need. WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR WHEN CHOOSING AN ILLINOIS CRIMINAL LAWYER AND ILLINOIS DUI DEFENSE ATTORNEY? Success: The success of Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, LLC in Illinois DUI and Illinois Criminal cases is well known internationally and in the legal community. Our clients have included police officers, doctors, Hall of Fame Rock and Roll band members, athletes, and politicians. Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, LLC have been featured on ABC's 20/20, NBC, CBS, CNN, FOX, COURT-TV, the New York Times, Washington Post, and on radio shows across the United States . Recently, Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, LLC was featured in the London and worldwide editions of the Financial Times . Ramsell was named a Leading Illinois DUI Lawyer by the Leading Lawyers Network . In 2004, the Chicago Sun-Times identified Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis as one of the top 5 DUI Defense firms in Illinois. Read about some of our successful ILLINOIS DUI DEFENSE CASES Experience : Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, LLC have successfully handled over 12,000 Illinois DUI, DWI, ILLINOIS DUI DEFENSE CASES , Illinois drunk driving, Illinois misdemeanor and Illinois felony cases since 1986, so we have the experience that counts. The combined experience of Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, LLC in defending DUI and Criminal cases exceeds 50 years. Qualifications: Donald J. Ramsell is a Past President of the DuPage County Bar Association , with a membership of 2,000 lawyers and judges, so he knows the system. Recently, Donald and his partner Steve argued a case before the United States Supreme Court. Donald is also an invited member of the National College for DUI Defense and a member of the DuPage County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association . Steven Armamentos and Christopher Klis are recognized authors in the areas of Illinois DUI Defense and Illinois Criminal Defense, and members of the Kane County Bar Association and the Northwest Suburban Bar Association . All of the attorneys are members of the Illinois State Bar Association . Together, their firm has the highest reputation for defending Illinois DUI and Criminal cases Training: Each attorney at Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis has been trained & certified in DUI Standardized Field Sobriety Testing under the standards created by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration so we know the inside tricks. Familiarity with Court Procedures: Top Gun Illinois DUI and Illinois Criminal Defense Attorneys Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, LLC appear regularly in traffic courts and criminal courts throughout DuPage, Cook and Kane counties. WHAT WILL IT COST ME TO HAVE MY CASE REVIEWED BY AN ATTORNEY? Absolutely Nothing Our attorneys our available for a free case evaluation by calling: 1-800-DIAL-DUI ext. 630 (1-800-342-5384) OR 1-888-FELONYS ext. 630 (1-888-335-6697) Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, LLC TOP GUN ILLINOIS DUI & CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS™ -- About Our Firm About Our Attorneys 40 Ways to Beat a DUI Illinois DUI Law Resources DUI Articles and Information DUI Case Highlights Criminal Defense Criminal Case Highlights Letters from DUI Clients Free Case Review Office Location Contact Us National Attorney Directory Free Case Review Blood Alcohol Calculator Nationwide DUI Attorney Directory Home Site Map © 2004 Ramsell, Armamentos & Klis, Attorneys At Law, L.L.C.
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Drunk Driving DefenseColorado DUI - Colorado Drunk Driving Defense - US DUI Links Cases DUI FAQS DMV Services Fees SURVIVAL TIPS Colorado Misdemeanors DUI News Colorado DUI Defense Office of Jim Forslund 3780 S. Broadway Englewood, CO 80113 303-761-6067 CELL: 303-332-3602 FAX: 303-672-6815 DUI Interview Don't Let Your Colorado DUI Ruin Your Life! I will fight to save your license and freedom! DUI Directory DUIlaw When you've been arrested for a DUI in Denver or Boulder and you don't think it's fair, you need a lawyer who can protect your rights...make sure you're treated fairly...and who knows how to get results. You've just found that lawyer. I understand that you're probably feeling confused, angry, or somewhat fearful about what's happened to you. The process of being arrested, taken to jail, fingerprinted, and photographed was probably very dehumanizing to you. I sincerely sympathize with that. To be honest with you--you're faced with a charge which can have serious outcomes. (Please see what your DUI may cost .)I don't want to scare you, but let me give you a glimpse of what's in store for you. If your case goes the wrong way you could lose your license, your insurance could go up, you could be fined, it could hurt you when you apply for a job, and you could even go to jail. I'll Help You Keep Your License and Your Freedom I know you're fearful about what might happen to you, but I'd like you to know that there's a good chance I can help. Did you know that there are at least 20 possible challenges that can be made to the charges you are facing? I can raise applicable ones for you so your case is as strong as possible. Sure, I can just fill out the forms and talk to the District Attorney, but in many cases the best choice is to fight. That's the kind of case I focus on. My goal is to get you off, to keep your record clean, and to prevent you from losing your freedom and your license to drive. You see . . . my practice is based on the belief that you were arrested when you shouldn't have been. At the very least, I'll make sure that you're being treated fairly. The District Attorney prosecutes these types of cases all day. He knows--and is willing to use against you--all of the fine legal points that are available to him. The law says that he only needs to prove that after drinking you were not able to drive your car safely or that your blood alcohol exceeds a certain limit. That sounds pretty cut and dried, but it's not quite as simple as that. You see, if challenged, the DA also has to show that the arresting officer made the arrest properly, that you were properly advised of your rights, that the equipment he used to test you was working accurately, and even that the person operating that equipment was certified to operate it. If he gets information which may prove you innocent, an attorney can make him give you that information also. Get The Legal Help You Need That's where I come in. I know how and where to make the proper motions which force the DA to prove that all the steps used in your arrest were done properly. If they weren't, then his case is weakened. I can't promise you that I'll be successful because each case is unique. Maybe the judge assigned to your case is more lenient on drunk driving cases, or maybe he is harsher on them. Maybe there are some things distinctive to your case which are important. However, all things being equal, I think you'll find that I am well-skilled and that I fiercely protect your rights. When you retain me you'll get expert legal help from an attorney who knows how to guide your case through the complexities of the legal system because I've done it numerous times. You'll be certain you are being treated fairly by the judicial system because I'll insist: that the District Attorney provide us with the name and address of anyone he plans to call as a witness, as well as copies of every written or recorded statements of their testimony. This will allow us to prepare our questions for them. that the DA provide us with any information or material he has which would show that you are not guilty of the charges against you, or which may help you get a lighter sentence. on receiving copies of records showing that the equipment used for tests was functioning properly, and that the person giving the tests was properly certified. on proof that you were advised of all of your rights. If you weren't, the DA's case may be weakened. I talk to the District Attorney beforehand to get him to produce his proof and let him know that I will be contesting in court all these points I mentioned. When his case is challenged, he has to take a lot of time producing this material and witnesses. As you can see, what looks simple gets pretty complex. As your attorney I will look into all ofthese things for you so that you will have the best possible case. Actually, there is more, but I don't have space in this letter to tell you all of it. Free Consultation and Review of Your DUI Arrest $150 Value You're probably like most people arrested for a DUI. You don't really know the rightthing to do about it, and you don't know whether or not you can win if you contest your arrest. For both of these reasons, I'd like to buy you a free consultation to give you the additionalinformation I just mentioned and to review your case. If you would like to meet with me, I will be happy to set up an appointment with you. That way you'll be able to learn all you need to know about your situation. This telephoneconference is free to you, will last about an hour, and there is no further obligation at all. In fact,until you agree, in writing, to pay me, you will never owe me any money. You can call and leave a message at any time. Here's How I'll Protect Your Rights When we talk, I will analyze the facts of your case, give you my opinion about it, and discuss my approach to it. I'll explain how we'll protect your legal rights, what your options are,and how the whole judicial process works, so you'll know exactly what happens. Plus, you'll learn how I will guide you through the court system and how I'll championyour rights, using all my ingenuity and the options in the legal system to defend and protect you. For example, I'll review the Complaint against you . . . the steps which were used toconduct the chemical and roadside tests against you to determine if they are valid . . . and I'll showyou how the police officer's testimony can be impeached. I will also tell you about my fees. (Please see my fees information page )) Anything you tell me during this and all other meetings will be confidential, whether or not you retain me. In summary, with my help you'll get: A free initial phone consultation. Personalized attention. I'll return your phone calls promptly, keep you informed, and answer all questions to help you put the pieces back together. Reasonable fees , and you'll know in advance how you'll be charged. Experience . For over 18 years I've helped people just like you. Aggressiveness . While I accept peaceful settlements, I take a tough stance to protect you. So, if you want an attorney you can talk to, who understands what you want, who isinterested in you and your situation, and who fights to get you results, call me today at 303-761-6067 for your free consultation. The first meeting is free, so there is no risk on your part; and you'll be able to get all yourquestions answered. When we are finished, if you're not convinced that I will be able to protectyou to your complete satisfaction, then you can leave and I won't trouble you again . . . and you'llowe me nothing. In any event, at the end of the consultation you'll be more knowledgeable, you'll knowwhat to expect in the judicial process, and be able to make more informed decisions about yourcase. And by the way, your arrest may have included a cancellation of your drivingprivileges. You only have seven days to respond to this issue. As a courtesy to you, I willtell you what you must do about this, at no charge, just for calling me. Please remember, the charges against you are serious and can carry severe consequenceswhich could be damaging to your present and your future. You can discover for yourself how Ican help save your license and freedom by calling me at 303-761-6067. Sincerely, Jim Forslund P.S. In case you're still undecided about who, if anyone, to go to, let me tell you one final thing--it may be important. There is no extra fee for handling any other charges on the Complaint against you, as long as it is no more serious than a misdemeanor. © 2001 BLS Drunk Driving websites Find a DWI DUI Drunk Driving Lawyer in your state. Ten Mistakes How to avoid the 10 biggest mistakes most people make after being arrested for DUI. Case Tips 53 Things YOU Need to Know about Your DUI Case that NO ONE is Telling YOU Police Mistakes Mistakes the police make . . . and how they can help you. Colorado DUI/DWAI Law CRS § 42-4-1301. Driving under the influence--driving while impaired by alchohol, alchol or alcohol. DUI now .08 in Colorado This applies to arrests made on 7/1/4 or later. Do not plead to impaired if you are below .08! What Happens After A DUI Arrest? There are usually both Motor Vehicle and Court Proceedings. 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OUIL, UBAL and OUID Eby Research: Drunk Driving in MI David W. Eby Homepage Back to Drinking and Driving The Problem of Drunk Driving Drunk driving is generally considered to be the most serious traffic safety problem in the United States. Statistics show that alcohol-related crashes in the United States caused nearly 190,000 deaths and injuries in 1993. In Michigan, alcohol was involved in 452 crash-fatalities in 1994, which was 31.2 percent of all fatal crashes in our state. The incidence of drunk driving is disturbingly high. During 1992 and 1993, Michigan courts convicted about 122,000 people of serious drunk driving. What is Drunk Driving? While having a single drink before driving can affect driving ability, drunk driving is operating a motor vehicle in a location that is generally accesible to motor vehicles with a blood alcohol contcentration (BAC) that is greater than the legal minumum. This minimum varies as a function of age and severity. Table 1 shows minimum BAC as a function of age and the approximate number drinks consumed that will acheive that level of intoxication. Here "drink" refers to a 12 oz beer, a four oz glass of wine, or a 1 oz shot of 80 proof liquor. Note that these numbers are for a 150 lb male. The BAC level will be higher for females, those under 150 lbs, and those who have consumed alcohol on an empty stomach. These numbers also vary greatly between individuals. Table 1: Age Minimum BAC Approx. Number of Drinks Under 21 .02% One Any Age .08% (impaired) Three Any Age .10% (drunk) Four What are the Drunk Driving Laws in Michigan? In Michigan there are several drunk driving crimes that vary in severity.The least serious is zero-tolerance which applies only to drivers under the age of 21. OWI is second in seriousness. It is the most common drunk driving conviction in Michigan. OUIL, UBAL and OUID are the third most serious drunk driving crimes in Michigan. Finally, the most serious drunk driving crimes in Michigan are two felonies that were added as part of the tougher drunk driving law package in 1992. Table 2 shows the names of Michigan's drunk driving laws and their common abbreviations Table 2: The Name and abbreviations of drunk and impaired driving offenses in Michigan Offense Abbreviation Under 21 Years Old Operating a Vehicle with any Bodily Alcohol Content Zero Tolerance Operating a Vehicle While Impaired OWI Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Liquor OUIL Unlawful Blood Alcohol Level UBAL Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Liquor Causing an Incapacitating Injury (felony) OUIL- Incapcitating Injury Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of Liquor Causing a Death (felony) OUIL- Death What can happen if convicted of drunk driving in Michigan? In Michigan, those convicted of drunk driving can be subjected to five sanctions: 1) points are added to the license, 2) driving privileges can be altered, 3) fines may be assessed, 4) you can be incarcerated, and 5) you can be required to perform community service. Table 3 shows the sentencing guidelines used for people convicted of a first offense drunk driving crime. Table 3: Michgan sanctions for first conviction by offense Offense Points License Sanction Fines Incarceration Community Service Zero Tolerance 4 1-3 Month Suspension 0-$250 None 0-45 Days OWI 4 3-12 Month Suspension 0-$300 0-90 Days 0-45 Days UBAL, OUIL 6 6-24 Month Suspension $100-$500 0-90 Days 0-45 Days OUIL Incap. Injury 6 Revoked $1,000-$5,000 0-5 Years None OUIL Death 6 Revoked $2,500-$10,000 0-15 Years None Who is being convicted of drunk driving in Michigan? In a study to partially answer this question, we analyzed 56 randomly selected drunk driving cases and investigated their demographics, their past driving history, and their alcohol use prior to their arrest. The next three tables show the results as compared to the population of Michigan drivers, or a random sample of Michigan licensed drivers. Table 4: Demographics of Drunk Drivers as compared to Michigan Population Category Michigan Population (%)* Drunk Driving Sample (%) Gender Male Female 51.4 48.6 85.7 14.3 Age 0-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 61-70 71-80 8.4 21.9 23.3 17.8 11.2 9.3 8.0 14.3 32.1 32.1 12.5 3.6 3.6 1.8 * Source: 1993 Michigan data base of driver history records. The drunk drivers tended to have poor driving records, including a history of drunk driving convictions and a surprisingly high number of previous crashes. Table 5: Driving Records as Compared to Random Michigan Sample Category MI Population Sample (%) Drunk Driving Sample (%) Past Traffic Crashes Unknown Zero One Two Three Four or More 0.0 69.0 24.0 4.0 1.0 2.0 5.4 42.9 25.0 12.5 3.6 10.7 Past Drunk Driving Convictions Unknown Zero One Two Three Four Five 0.0 91.0 6.0 1.0 2.0 0.0 0.0 5.4 50.0 20.3 7.1 5.4 0.0 1.8 An analysis of where and what people were drinking showed that most drivers in the sample were drinking in their vehicle or at a bar or restaurant, beer was the beverage most frequently consumed, and the average BAC was .17 percent at the time of arrest. Table 6: Alcohol Use of Drunk Driving Sample Category Perentage Last Drinking Location In Vehicle Bar/Restaurant Friend's Residence Own Residence Other Not Reported 25.0 21.4 5.4 1.8 0.0 46.4 Beverage Type Beer Wine Spirits Beer and Spirits Not Reported 46.6 0.0 5.4 10.7 39.3 Are drunk drivers getting convicted and receiving the proper sanctions? In a recent study on the effectiveness of Michigan's drunk driving laws, we found: Courts are adjudicating drunk driving cases swiftly and requiring minimum sanctions. In 93.4 percent of cases, driving privileges were completely suspended for at least one month. In 70.9 percent of cases, the driving privilege sanction lasted at least six months. The average fine and court costs for a first OWI conviction was about $590. The average fine and court costs for a first OUIL conviction was about $900. Do people comply with driving priviledge sanctions? Sanctions on driving are useful for three main reasons: 1) they provide deterrence against others committing the same crime; 2) they provide a punishment to someone convicted of drunk driving; and 3) they get potentially dangerous drivers off the road. However, if a person decides to drive illegally anyway, then the sanction provides neither punishment nor removal of a dangerous driver from society. We investigated whether people in Michigan with an alcohol-related driving privilege sanction comply with the sanction. The results showed: An estimated 30 to 70 percent of people with an alcohol-related driving priviledge sanction drove at least once during their sanction period. Driving-while-license-suspended is the second most common traffic conviction in Michigan (speeding is number one). In 1992 and 1993, 10.6 percent of all people with an alcohol-related priving priviledge sanction were involved in a rash or received a traffic ticket during their sanction period. These findings argue that many people choose to drive illegally with a suspended or revoked license. Does taking away a person's driving priviledges cause them to lose their job? It might be thought that suspending or revoking a person's driving privileges would take from them the ability to get to or perform work. We investigated this hypothesis by comparing all Michigan drivers with an alcohol-related suspension or revocation to the unemployment compensation benefits application processed by the Michigan Employment Security Commission (MESC). For each convicted drunk driver, we determined if he or she applied for benefits during their license sanction period or the month following. The results showed: 6.3 percent applied for unemployment benefits during their sanction or the month after. 25.3 percent applied for unemployment benefits during 1992 and 1993 (the same percentage as non-suspended drivers). These results show that driver license sanctions themselves do not lead to significant job loss among those persons whose licenses are suspended. What do people think about the drunk driving laws in Michigan? We investigated this question in a statewide survey of traffic safety issues. The results were: More than 75 percent had no specific knowledge of Michigan's drunk driving laws. A majority favored the zero-tolerance law. Most reported that the alcohol impaired driving problem in their community is somewhat or very serious. Over one-half reported that it is unlikely a driver will be pulled over for driving while drunk. About 20 percent reported that they had consumed alcohol until intoxicated at least once in the previous two weeks. Of those who reported drinking to intoxication, about 19 percent reported driving while intoxicated. What can be done to reduce the incidence of drunk driving in Michigan? There are several drunk driving countermeasures that could be used in Michigan. A partial list includes: Sobriety checkpoints. Reducing the minimum BAC for OUIL to .08 percent. Vehicle impoundment or immobilization after a drunk driving conviction. Ignition interlock system for repeat offenders. Stronger enforcement of alcohol server laws. More community involvement in reporting suspected drunk drivers to law enforcement. Public information effort aimed at reducing the acceptance of underage drinking. © 1996, David W. Eby. All Rights Reserved.
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Driving Under InfluenceDriving Under the Influence (DUI) among Young Persons December 31, 2004 Driving Under the Influence (DUI) among Young Persons In Brief In 2002 and 2003, 21 percent of persons aged 16 to 20 reported that they had driven in the past year while under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs Among persons aged 16 to 20, whites and American Indians/Alaska Natives were more likely to report DUI than other racial/ethnic groups In 2002 and 2003, approximately 4 percent of persons who reported DUI in the past year had been arrested and booked for DUI in the past year Motor vehicle crashes were the leading cause of death among young persons aged 16 to 20 in 2002. 1 In that year, 6,327 persons aged 16 to 20 were involved in fatal crashes, representing a 10 percent increase since 1999. In addition, 29 percent of drivers aged 15 to 20 who were killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2002 had been drinking alcohol. 2 The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) asks persons aged 12 or older if they had driven a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs in the past year 3 and if they had been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). 4 The survey also asks about the use of alcohol and any illicit drugs in the past year and past month. Alcohol measures used in this report include any past month use, binge use, and heavy use. Binge alcohol use is defined as drinking five or more drinks on the same occasion (i.e., at the same time or within a couple of hours of each other) on at least 1 day in the past 30 days. Heavy alcohol use is defined as drinking five or more drinks on the same occasion on each of 5 or more days in the past 30 days; all heavy alcohol users also are binge alcohol users. NSDUH defines "illicit drugs" to include marijuana/hashish, cocaine (including crack), inhalants, hallucinogens, heroin, or prescription-type drugs used nonmedically. This report presents the prevalence of DUI involving alcohol or illicit drugs, as well as the prevalence of being arrested for DUI among persons aged 16 to 20. 5 To improve the reliability of estimates for population subgroups, all estimates presented in this report are annual averages based on combined data from the 2002 and 2003 NSDUH. However, the prevalence of DUI involving alcohol or illicit drugs among persons aged 16 to 20 was lower in 2003 (20 percent) than in 2002 (22 percent). Prevalence of Substance Use and DUI In 2002 and 2003, an annual average of 44 percent of persons aged 16 to 20 had used alcohol in the past month, 30 percent were binge alcohol users, and 10 percent were heavy alcohol users. Approximately 38 percent of this age group had used an illicit drug in the past year. In 2002 and 2003, more than 4 million persons (21 percent) aged 16 to 20 reported DUI involving either alcohol or illicit drugs in the past year (Figure 1). In this age group, 17 percent reported past year DUI involving alcohol, 14 percent reported DUI involving illicit drugs, and 8 percent reported DUI involving a combination of alcohol and illicit drugs used together. Figure 1. Percentages of Persons Aged 16 to 20 Who Reported Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol or Illicit Drugs in the Past Year: 2002 and 2003 Figure 2. Percentages of Persons Aged 16 to 20 Who Reported Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol or Illicit Drugs in the Past Year, by Age: 2002 and 2003 Demographic Differences in DUI Among persons aged 16 to 20, older persons had a higher reported prevalence of DUI involving alcohol or illicit drugs than those who were younger (Figure 2). For example, persons aged 20 were nearly 3 times more likely to have driven under the influence than persons aged 16 (28 vs. 10 percent). Among all persons aged 16 to 20, males (24 percent) were more likely to report DUI involving alcohol or illicit drugs than females (18 percent). Among racial/ethnic groups, whites (26 percent) and American Indians/Alaska Natives (28 percent) were more likely to report DUI involving alcohol or illicit drugs than members of other racial/ethnic groups (Figure 3). In 2002 and 2003, approximately 25 percent of persons aged 16 to 20 who lived in the Midwest reported DUI involving alcohol or illicit drugs in the past year compared with approximately 20 percent in the South and 19 percent of persons in this age group in the Northeast and West. 6 The prevalence of DUI involving alcohol or illicit drugs was highest among persons who lived outside of metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) (25 percent), followed by persons who lived in small MSAs (23 percent) and persons who lived in large MSAs (19 percent). 7 Figure 3. Percentages of Persons Aged 16 to 20 Who Reported Driving a Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol or Illicit Drugs in the Past Year, by Race/Ethnicity: 2002 and 2003 Prevalence of Being Arrested for DUI among Those Reporting DUI Among the estimated 4.2 million persons aged 16 to 20 in 2002 and 2003 who reported DUI involving alcohol or illicit drugs in the past year, approximately 4 percent (169,000 persons) indicated they had been arrested and booked for DUI involving alcohol or drugs in the past year. 8 The percentage of this group who reported being arrested for DUI was higher among males than among females (6 vs. 2 percent). End Notes Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. (2004, November 30). WISQARS leading causes of death reports, 1999 – 2002 . Retrieved December 2, 2004, from http://webapp.cdc.gov/sasweb/ncipc/leadcaus10.html National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (2003, August). Traffic safety facts 2002: Young drivers . Retrieved December 2, 2004, from http://www-nrd.nhtsa.dot.gov/pdf/nrd-30/NCSA/TSF2002/2002ydrfacts.pdf Respondents were asked, in three different questions, if during the past 12 months they had driven a vehicle while under the influence of (a) alcohol only, (b) illicit drugs only, or (c) a combination of alcohol and illicit drugs used together. Responses to these questions then were recoded to determine the prevalence of DUI involving (a) alcohol, (b) illicit drugs, (c) either alcohol or illicit drugs, or (d) both alcohol and illicit drugs. Respondents were asked if during the past 12 months they had been arrested and booked for DUI involving alcohol or illicit drugs. Persons aged 15 or younger were not included in these analyses because a substantial portion of persons aged 15 or younger are prohibited from driving by State laws. The Midwest has 12 States: IL, IN, IA, KS, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, SD, and WI. The South has 17 States: AL, AR, DC, DE, FL, GA, KY, LA, MD, MS, NC, OK, SC, TN, TX, VA, and WV. The Northeast has 9 States: CT, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, and VT. And the West has 13 States: AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, and WY. Large metropolitan areas have a population of 1 million or more. Small metropolitan areas have a population of fewer than 1 million. Non-metropolitan areas are outside metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs), as defined by the Office of Management and Budget. See the U.S. Bureau of the Census. (2003, June 12). About metropolitan and micropolitan statistical areas . Retrieved December 1, 2004, from http://www.census.gov/population/www/estimates/aboutmetro.html This excludes an estimated 38,000 persons who reported they had been arrested and booked for DUI in the past year but indicated elsewhere that they had not driven under the influence of alcohol or drugs in the past year. Figure Note Source: SAMHSA 2002 and 2003 NSDUH. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) is an annual survey sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Prior to 2002, this survey was called the National Household Survey on Drug Abuse (NHSDA). The 2002 data are based on information obtained from 68,126 persons aged 12 or older, including 16,723 persons aged 16 to 20. The 2003 data are based on information obtained from 67,784 persons aged 12 or older, including 16,167 persons aged 16 to 20. The survey collects data by administering questionnaires to a representative sample of the population through face-to-face interviews at their place of residence. The NSDUH Report is prepared by the Office of Applied Studies (OAS), SAMHSA, and by RTI International in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. (RTI International is a trade name of Research Triangle Institute.) Information and data for this issue are based on the following publications: Office of Applied Studies. (2003). Results from the 2002 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: National findings (DHHS Publication No. SMA 03–3836, NSDUH Series H–22). Rockville, MD: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Office of Applied Studies. (2004). Results from the 2003 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: National findings (DHHS Publication No. SMA 04–3964, NSDUH Series H–25). Rockville, MD: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Also available online: http://www.oas.samhsa.gov . Because of improvements and modifications to the 2002 NSDUH, estimates from the 2002 and 2003 surveys should not be compared with estimates from the 2001 or earlier versions of the survey to examine changes over time. The NSDUH Report (formerly The NHSDA Report ) is published periodically by the Office of Applied Studies, Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration ( SAMHSA ). 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