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DUI SERVICES PROGRAMS PRESS PUBLICATIONS DEPARTMENTS CONTACT Rules of the Road -- CHAPTER 4: Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Alcohol and driving do not mix. Alcohol is the number one killer on American roadways. Alcohol as a Drug | Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) | Other Drugs | DUI Laws | Drivers 21 and Under | DUI Prevention Alcohol as a Drug Alcohol is a drug that affects your overall driving ability. Alcohol slows your reaction time so it takes longer to act in an emergency. It also affects your vision . Alcohol may make you overconfident and unable to concentrate (think) well. Drivers who drink may make more mistakes . Alcohol affects your driving even if you are below the level of legal intoxication. Drinking even a small amount of alcohol increases your chances of having an accident. Do not drink and drive. Back to Top Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) is a measurement of the amount of alcohol in your system based on a test of your breath, blood or urine. It is illegal to drive if your BAC is .08 percent or greater. However, you can be convicted of DUI if your BAC is less than .08 percent and your driving ability is impaired. Your BAC can be affected by: the amount you drink. Twelve ounces of beer, five ounces of wine or one and one-half ounces of "hard" liquor contain the same amount of alcohol. your body weight or size. Usually, heavier people have more blood and body fluids to dilute the alcohol. Other factors affect your reaction to alcohol, including the food you have eaten, your tolerance of alcohol and any drugs you may have taken. Time is the only way to remove the effects of alcohol. Food, coffee and showers do not speed up the elimination of alcohol from your body. Back to Top Other Drugs In addition to alcohol, many other prescription and nonprescription drugs impair safe driving. These drugs include: antihistamines, cold remedies, pain relievers, mood-changing drugs, marijuana, hashish, LSD, heroin, cocaine, morphine and amphetamines (pep pills). Mixing even small amounts of alcohol with other drugs is very dangerous. It is illegal to operate a motor vehicle on Illinois highways with any trace of a controlled drug, substance, cannabis (marijuana) or intoxicating compounds in your blood. Back to Top DUI Laws Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that is classified in Illinois as a violent crime. If you are convicted of DUI, the offense will permanently remain on your driving record. If you are arrested and/or convicted, you may lose your driving privileges and be fined and/or imprisoned. Repeat arrests or convictions may result in greater penalties. Arrest and conviction for DUI can be embarrassing, costly and inconvenient. If arrested, you will be taken to a police station or county jail and held there until bond is posted. Your car may be impounded (towed) and forfeited. IMPLIED CONSENT LAW - When driving on Illinois roadways, you automatically consent to submit to certain tests following an arrest for DUI. These can include breath, blood and/or urine tests to determine if you were drinking or using any other drug or intoxicating compound before or while driving. A doctor or registered nurse must perform the blood test. You may have a qualified person of your own choosing administer more tests at your own expense. STATUTORY SUMMARY SUSPENSION LAW - If you are arrested for driving with a BAC of .08 percent or more and/or any impairing drug in your system, your driving privileges will be suspended for three months. If you refuse to submit to testing, your driving privileges will be suspended for six months. If you are a second offender within a five-year period, your privileges will be suspended for 12 months if you fail the test or 36 months if you refuse to test. A test refusal may be used as evidence against you in the DUI court case. At the time of arrest, the officer will take your license and, if valid, provide you with a temporary receipt allowing you to drive for 45 days. Your suspension begins on the 46th day from the notice date and will not be terminated until you pay the reinstatement fee and your record is updated. DUI CONVICTION - In addition to a Statutory Summary Suspension, you may be convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol, other drugs and/or intoxicating compounds. The first DUI conviction will result in the loss of your license for a minimum of one year. You also may be fined up to $2,500 and given a jail sentence of up to one year. If you are convicted of a second DUI offense within 20 years, you will lose your license for a minimum of five years. If this is the second offense within five years, in addition to other fines and penalties, you will be sentenced to five days in jail or 30 days of community service. You also may be fined up to $2,500 and given a jail sentence of up to one year. A third conviction, which is a Class 4 felony, will result in the loss of your license for a minimum of 10 years, a possible one to three years imprisonment and fines of up to $25,000. A fourth conviction will result in the loss of your license for life. A person convicted of DUI with a BAC of .16 or greater or DUI while transporting a child under age 16, (in addition to the penalties that apply for each conviction) is subject to enhanced penalties including additional fines, community service and jail time. A DUI also subjects you to high-risk auto insurance rates for three years. Before your driving privileges are restored, you must undergo an alcohol and drug evaluation and successfully complete a rehabilitation or alcohol and drug education program and/or meet other requirements. ILLEGAL TRANSPORTATION OF AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE OPEN CONTAINER - It is illegal for anyone to drink alcoholic beverages in a vehicle. Both driver and passengers may be issued a traffic citation. Passengers on chartered buses, motor homes, mini motor homes, and limousines are exempt. It is illegal to have alcohol in the passenger area of a vehicle if the container has been opened. If convicted, you may be fined up to $1,000. If there is a second offense within one year, your drivers license will be suspended or revoked for one year. Any driver under age 21 also faces the loss of driving privileges for the first conviction. AGGRAVATED DUI - You may be charged with Aggravated DUI if you, as the driver, are involved in a death or personal injury crash while driving under the influence; have received a third DUI; committed DUI while driving a school bus with children; or received a DUI after a previous history of reckless homicide or Aggravated DUI involving a death. This is a Class 4 felony punishable by a possible one to three years imprisonment (1-12 years if a personal injury was involved), UNLESS it involves a death, which is a Class 2 felony with three to 14 years imprisonment (if multiple deaths, 6-28 years) and fines of up to $25,000. The type of offense involved will determine the length of license revocation. DRIVING ON A SUSPENDED OR REVOKED LICENSE (FOR DUI, RECKLESS HOMICIDE, LEAVING THE SCENE OF A FATAL OR PERSONAL INJURY ACCIDENT) - If you are convicted of driving while your license is revoked or suspended for the above incidences, the suspension or revocation period will be extended. Your vehicle may be seized and sold at public auction, and you will face a mandatory 10 days in jail or 30 days of community service. This is a Class A misdemeanor carrying fines of up to $2,500 and possible jail time of up to one year. All additional convictions are Class 4 felonies carrying fines of up to $25,000 and one to three years imprisonment. A second conviction of this violation also may result in 30 days of jail time or 300 hours of community service. A third conviction carries a mandatory minimum 30 consecutive days in jail. A fourth or subsequent conviction requires a minimum imprisonment of 180 days. ALLOWING SOMEONE UNDER THE INFLUENCE TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE - It is illegal to allow someone to drive your vehicle if you know that person is under the influence. If convicted, you may be fined up to $2,500 and given a jail sentence of up to one year. PROVIDING ALCOHOL TO A PERSON UNDER AGE 21 - If you are convicted of providing alcohol to a person under age 21, you may be fined up to $2,500 and given a jail sentence of up to one year, and/or your driving privileges may be suspended under the Illinois Liquor Control Act. Back to Top Drivers Under 21 In Illinois, the minimum legal drinking age is 21. Licenses for drivers under 21 are issued with a red header and a blue photo background. Effective January 2003, under 21 licenses say "Under 21 Until" ... and "Under 18 Until" .... Under 21 licenses issued prior to January 2003 have a red header above the photo and the words "Under 21". If you are under age 21 and convicted of DUI you may face the following penalties: Revocation of driving privileges for a minimum of two years. A second DUI conviction will result in a minimum five-year license revocation or until you reach age 21, whichever is longer. A third DUI conviction, which is a Class 4 felony, will result in a minimum 10-year revocation. A fourth DUI conviction will result in a lifetime revocation. Your license also will be suspended for conviction of illegal transportation or possession of alcohol. The Secretary of States office may issue you a Restricted Driving Permit (RDP) after one year, but under no conditions will an RDP be issued to anyone under age 16. The RDP may be used between 5 a.m. and 9 p.m. or as otherwise provided. It is valid for one year. You then would be evaluated again by the Secretary of States office. Fines of up to $2,500 and jail sentence of up to one year. Participation in a Youthful Intoxicated Drivers Visitation Program. If you are under age 21, are stopped and issued a citation for a traffic violation and found to have any trace of alcohol in your system while operating a motor vehicle, your driving privileges will be suspended for three months. If you refuse to submit to testing, your driving privileges will be suspended for six months. If you are a second offender, your privileges will be suspended for 12 months if you fail or 24 months if you refuse to test. Your suspension begins on the 46th day from the notice date and will not be terminated until you pay the reinstatement fee and your record is updated. If your license was suspended prior to age 18, you will be required to successfully complete a driver remedial education course to make your driving privileges valid again. In addition, you may be required to submit to a complete drivers license examination to be re-issued a drivers license. It is at the discretion of the investigating officer and based on test results or a test refusal whether a traffic stop results in a Zero Tolerance or a DUI charge. Any person under age 21 who is convicted of illegal consumption, attempting to purchase or possession of alcohol, or accepting an alcoholic beverage as a gift will lose their driving privileges for one year. Back to Top DUI Prevention Driving under the influence can be prevented by doing the following: DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE - If you drink alcohol, let a friend drive or call a cab. WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELT - It is your best defense in a DUI crash. BE A RESPONSIBLE HOST - Stop serving drinks early. Make sure intoxicated guests do not drive. DESIGNATE A DRIVER - Have one person in your group refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages to ensure a safe trip home. DO NOT MIX ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS - For example, one antihistamine with a drink may double the effects of both. CELEBRATE SAFELY - Participate in community and school events for teens promoting alcohol and drug-free activities. Back to Top Chapter Four Study Questions If arrested with a blood-alcohol content of .08 or more, an individuals driving privileges will be suspended for at least three months. True or False Alcohol is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle accidents. True or False What is the only effective way to remove alcohol from the body? Strong coffee Time Cold shower If a driver is arrested and refuses to submit to testing, driving privileges will be suspended for three months. True or False Drivers whose licenses have been revoked as a result of DUI must meet several requirements, including undergoing an evaluation for alcohol and drug problems and paying a reinstatement fee, to regain their licenses. True or False It is illegal for persons under age 21 to drive with any trace of alcohol or drugs in their systems. True or False Back to Top TABLE OF CONTENTS IL Driver's License | Driver's License Tests | Traffic Laws | DUI | Traffic Crashes | License Revocation | Roadway Signs | Traffic Signals & Pavement Markings | Sharing the Road | Safe Driving Tips | Equipment for Safe Driving | Owning a Vehicle | Change of Address Form | Answers to Study Questions This edition of the Illinois Rules of the Road is as accurate as possible at the time of publication. The manual gives drivers information on obtaining a drivers license, drivers license laws, traffic safety issues and general information regarding Illinois traffic laws and ordinances. The language of the Illinois Compiled Statutes is condensed and paraphrased and does not cover every law or explain every possible situation that motorists may face while operating a motor vehicle. The manual also provides highway safety information not in the law. It is intended as a tool for drivers and should not be cited as a legal authority in court. 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Drunk Driving Enforcement and Prevention Drunk Driving: Resources for Victims and their Families Law enforcement and community crime prevention Stuart Dunnings III Ingham County Prosecutor Ingham County's drivers and pedestrians have a right to be free of the threat of drunkdrivers. Drunk driving kills, and we must work to eradicate this problem. This web siteoffers information for the victims of drunk driving and their families, as well as toolsfor the prevention of drunk driving. There are many laws on the books to penalize drunk drivers: Offenders can and do spendtime in jail, lose their driving priveleges, pay restitution to their victims, and losepossession of their vehicles. In order to prevent today's alcohol abusers from creatingtomorrow's victims, we must have the means to identify and treat substance abusers beforetheir addictions cause death and dismemberment. While there is much that governments can do to prevent drunk driving, and punish thosewho break the law, the responsibility to follow the law falls to each individual. Byworking for the appropriate development of our youth, our community can reduce the crimerate for years to come. Overview of Drunk Driving Legislation (HB 4827, HB 4828, SB 315, SB 314, 1991 P.A. 99, P.A. 98, P.A. 93, P.A. 94) Acknowledgmenets to the Michigan Department of State for providing this information. Swift and Sure Licensing Sanctions: The new law requires courts to adjudicate drunk driving cases within set timelines andto impose a licensing sanction at the time a plea of nolo contendere (no contest) orguilty is accepted, or a verdict of guilty is rendered. This is a requirement for receipt of 408 alcohol incentive funds from the federalgovernment. The Department of State must also conduct implied consent hearings within similartimelines. Thirty-Day suspension for first offense convictions: Requires a minimum mandatory 30-day suspension for even a first conviction of operatingunder the influence of liquor (OUIL), unlawful blood alcohol level (UBAL), or operatingunder the influence of drugs (OUID). An average 30-day suspension is also a requirement for receipt of 408 alcohol incentivefunds from the federal government. Minimum sanctions for second offense convictions: Requires 48 hours of consecutive jail or 10 days of community service for a secondconviction. This is a requirement for receipt of 408 alcohol incentive funds from the federalgovernment. Failure to appear in court and comply with judgment for drunk driving convictions: Currently courts must wait 28 days before issuing notice of failure to appear in courton a drunk driving charge. This time period is eliminated to ensure swifter completion ofthese cases. Courts may order license suspensions for persons who fail to comply with a judgment fordrunk driving offenses. OUIL and death felony: Creates a new 15-year felony requiring limited proofs for a conviction for persons whoare driving under the influence of liquor and/or drugs or have a blood-alcohol content of.10% by weight, and cause the death of another. Long-term incapacitating injury and OUIL felony: Creates a new five-year felony for persons who are operating under the influence ofliquor and/or drugs or have a blood-alcohol content of .10% by weight, and cause the deathof another. Refusal to provide preliminary breath test: A suspect who refuses to provide a preliminary breath test to a police officer willhave his driver's license destroyed at the scene, suspended immediately, and will have sixpoints added to his or her driving record. Zero tolerance for underage drinkers: Suspects who are under the age of 21 may be tested for alcohol without a searchwarrant. Drivers under 21 who test at .02 or above will be charged with drunk driving;non-drivers who test at .02 or above will be charged with being a minor in possession ofalcohol (Exceptions are provided for recognized religous ceremonies). Vehicle Seizure: Drunk drivers may have their vehicles seized upon conviction. When a vehicle is seized,it may be sold by a local law enforcement agency. The proceeds of this sale will; 1. Cover any outstanding finance payments, 2. Pay restitution to a victim or his or her family, 3. Compensate local and state law enforcement and victims' rights services. Consistent licensing sanctions: Requires courts and the Department of State to impose licensing sanctions based uponthe driving record. This will take into account an offender's prior convictions. Eliminates hardship appeals for habitual alcohol offenders: Abolishes hardship or equity license appeals to circuit court for habitual alcoholoffenders. Eliminates hardship ex parte licenses: Courts may no longer order temporary driving priveleges based upon hardship for personswaiting to appear in circuit court on a restoration appeal. Statute of limitations for filing restoration appeal: Sets an appeal deadline of 63 days, with a 182 day exception for good cause. Officers' appeal of implied consent decision: Law enforcement officers may appeal in an implied consent decision not to suspend anoffender's license. Open intoxicants on an offender's driving record: Liquor law provisions have been moved to the vehicle code, with, among other penalties,an addition of two points to an offender's driving record. Admissibility of chemical test refusal: Allows juries to be informed of a refusal of a chemical test. Driving while license suspended sanctions increased: Increases the fine for a conviction of driving while a license is suspended or revoked;from $100 to $500 for a first offense and from $500 to $1,000 for a subsequent offense. Attempted drunk driving: Provides that persons convicted of an attempt to commit a drunk driving offense shallreceive licensing sanctions and punishment as if the attempt had been completed. Audit reporting requirements: An annual audit of jail, fine and community service served in lieu of jail sanctionswill be compiled by the courts for inclusion in the drunk driving audit report. If youwould like to order a copy of the audit, call the Secretary of State's office at (517)373-2510. Drunk driving in trailer parks and parking lots: The term 'generally accessible to motor vehicles' will be added to the definition ofareas in which drunk driving is enforcable. The purpose of this is to include trailerparks, parking lots and other areas which are generally accessible to motor vehicles, butare not public roads. Funding: The driver license reinstatement fee is now set at $125. The purpose of this fee is tofund the program, as well as to purchase and maintain new infrared breathalyzer testinginstruments. Information for victims of drunk driving: Our Victim/Witness Unit is here to help you as your case moves through the criminaljustice system. Call our office if you have questions about your case, victim rights, orrestitution. In addition, you may call if you would like someone to go to court with you. Ingham County Prosecutor Victim/Witness Unit Trixie Brown, Victim-WitnessCoordinator: 483-6254 Martha Mitchell, Felony Crimes:483-6257 Sally Despins, Felony Crimes:483-6257 Carey Keller, Felony Crimes:483-6258 Angela Olson, Misdemeanor Crimes:483-6256 Maria Valayil, Domestic ViolenceCrimes: 483-6259 Elizabeth Savage, Juvenile Crimes:483-6258 OUR BASIC SERVICES: Orientation to the criminal justice system: Explaining subpoenas and courtprocedures; giving specific information about individual cases. Court support services: Escorting witnesses to court; notifying witnesses ofchanges in court appearances. Case status and disposition : Informing witnesses of the ongoing status of acase, as well as its final results. Employment intervention : Assisting in solving difficulties with employers. Referrals: Directing victims to community resources and organizations when theyrequire further assistance. Crime Victim Services Commission (CVSC): Helping qualified victims apply forfinancial assistance from the Michigan Crime Victims Compensation Fund. This fund isestablished under our state's constitution, and allows certain victims to gain restitutionpayments. Information on receiving restitution payments. Assistance in the return of your personal property. Please notify the Victim/Witness Unit of any change of address or phone number. CRIME VICTIMS' RIGHTS You have these rights under the Michigan Constitution. This is your chance for help tobalance the scales of justice Right concerning immediate needs: You will be notified within 24 hours: By the police agency regarding emergency and medical services. About victims' compensation benefits and the address of the Victims' CompensationBoard. Of the eligibility requirements for compensation, as well as the receipt of funds ifeligible. Of the telephone number of the police agency to call to determine if the defendant hasbeen released from custody. Of court procedures. Of the procedures to follow if you are threatened or intimidated by the defendant. Rights during prosecution: To be present during the entire trial, unless you are scheduled to testify. To be free of threats and acts of discharge by your employer because you are asubpoenaed witness. To be free of threats and acts of discharge by your employer because you are asubpoenaed witness. To be provided with a waiting area, separate from the defendant, their families andwitnesses, if possible. To consult with a prosecuting attorney to give your views about the disposition of yourcase. To receive the name of the person to contact within the Prosecutor's Office forinformation on your case. Rights during prosecution provided only upon your request: To receive notice of any scheduled court proceedings and changes of schedule. To confer with the prosecuting attorney prior to jury selection and trial. To receive notice of the defendant's escape if he or she is awaiting trial. To receive written notice of conviction. To receive notice of address and phone number or the probation department which ispreparing the presentence report. To have your Impact Statement included in the presentence report. To make an oral impact statement to the pre-sentence investigator and court at the timeof sentencing. To be notified of the time and place of sentencing. Post-sentence rights provided only upon your written request: To take advantage of these post-sentence rights, you must inform the Sheriff (ifdefendant was jailed) or the Department of Corrections (if the defendant was sent toprison) that you want to be notified. It is your responsibility to keep them informed ofyour current address. To be notified of the location where the defendant is to be confined. To receive within 30 days of your request a notice of your request, as well as a noticeof the defendant's earliest possible release date. To be notified of release, or pending release, of the defendant to a communityresidential program, extended furlough or transfer to community status. To be promptly notified of a defendant's escape. To submit a written statement to the parole board or member of the panel havingauthority over defendant's release on parole. To be notified 90 days prior to defendant's release, if practical. To be notified of hearing on reprieve, commutation or pardon of sentence. YOUR OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO OUR COMMUNITY AS A VICTIM OFA CRIME - Report the crime immediately - Cooperate fully with law enforcement officials - Cooperate fully with the Prosecutor's Office - Testify honestly and immediately - Immediately notify the Victim-Witness Unit in the event of a change ofaddress or telephone number. THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM As the victim of a crime, your help is very important to our system ofcriminal justice. When victims report a crime and testify, they help to make our communitya safer place to live. The following information will explain, step by step, what mayhappen in your case: 1. At the scene of an accident, the drunk driver is arrested. Potentialwitnesses and victims are identified. 2. A victim information packet is sent. Crime Victim Compensationservices are arranged. 3. A district court preliminary examination is held (Victims andwitnesses may testify). A victim advocate is available upon request. 4. If the defendant is bound over to Circuit Court, an arraignment andpre-trial are held prior to the trial date. 5. A courtroom trial is held (the victim or witness will testify). Avictim advocate is available upon request. 6. Defendant is found guilty or not guilty. 7. The defendant is sentenced or released based upon the verdict. DEFINITION OF LEGAL TERMS Adjournment: A delay in the processing of a case at the requestof the defendant, the People or the Court. Arraignment: A court hearing where the defendant is informed ofthe charges against him or her and the bail is set by the Judge. Bail/Bond: The amount of financial security which the defendanthas to post with the court to insure his or her appearance at later proceedings. Bindover: A finding at preliminary examination that sufficientevidence exists to require a trial at the Circuit Court level on the charges made againstthe defendant. Circuit Court: The highest trial court in Michigan. All felonytrials are held in this court. Crime: An act in violation of state criminal law. In Michigan, acriminal act can be a misdemeanor or a felony. Defendant: A person who is charged with a crime. Deliberate: As applies to a jury, the weighing of evidence attrial's end, for the purpose of determining a defendant's guilt or innocence. Dismissal: The dropping of a case by decision of the court. District Court : Jurisdiction of all misdemeanors for whichpunishment does not exceed one year, as well as the arraignment, setting and acceptance ofbail and conducting preliminary examinations in felony cases. Felony : A crime punishable by one year or more in state prison. Jury: A group of men and women sworn at each trial to considerthe evidence presented and deliver a verdict or decision in that proceeding. Misdemeanor: Less serious offenses, punishable by a fine or up toone year in the county jail. Motion: A hearing held before the court requesting a certainruling or decision on various issues related to a case. Parole: Conditional release of a defendant from prison by paroleboard prior to completion of the sentence. Perjury: A deliberate lie or untruth made under oath, which is afelony. Preliminary Examination : A hearing in a felony case before aDistrict Judge who decides whether there is enough evidence to believe that a crime hasbeen committed, in order that the case can be bound over to Circuit Court for trial. Pre-Sentence Investigative Report: An investigation done by theprobation department regarding the victim's feelings on sentencing, as well as relevantinformation about the defendant. The written report is designed to act as a sentencingguide for the judge. Restitution: An amount of money determined by the court to bepaid to the victim of a crime for property loss or injuries caused by the defendant'scriminal act. Subpoena: A court order directing you to be present at the timeand place stated. Victim: An individual who suffers direct physical, financialand/or emotional harm, or is threatened as a result of the commission of a crime. TESTIFYING Being a witness will take some time. Bringing a defendant to trial isoften a lengthy process. Cooperation and involvement in the criminal justice system is thefirst step to successful prosecution. Suggestions: - The most important thing is to tell the truth. - Speak clearly and loudly enough so that all can hear. - Be serious in your approach. - Be courteous in your response. - Do not lose your temper. - Do not argue on cross-examination. - Don't try to memorize your testimony. - Dress properly and have a neat appearance. - Listen carefully to the questions that are asked and give thoughtful,considered answers. - Answer directly and simply. - Don't give your opinions or feeling unless you are asked. - Stop instantly when a judge interrupts or an attorney objects to aquestion. HELPFUL PHONE NUMBERS Ingham County Prosecutor's Victim-Witness Program (517) 483-6254 Ingham County Sheriff's Department (517) 676-2431 Lansing Police Department (517) 483-4600 Mothers Against Drunk Driving (517) 394-6477 Lawyer Referral Service (517) 482-8816 Legal Aid (517) 485-5411 Crime Victim Services Commission (517) 373-7373 National Council on Alcoholism: Lansing Chapter (517) 887-0226 Alcoholics Anonymous 321-8781 Al-Anon (for family and loved ones): 484-1977 Community Mental Health (CMH) of Ingham, Eaton and Clinton Counties: 887-2126 CMH: Older Adult Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment 372-8460 Listening Ear (517) 337-1717 Return to Prosecutor's Main Page. Return toIngham County Home Page Return to Ingham County Services

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Intoximeters Drink Wheel / Drink Calculator for Breath Alcohol Testing / Breathalyser / Breathalysers / Screener / DUI / DWI / Ask DOTti //-- The Drink Wheel On-Line BrAC Calculator About Disclaimer I have had US beer(s) Light beer(s) Reduced alcohol beer(s) Pint(s) of beer Malt liquor(s) Glass(es) of table wine Glass(es) of Champagne Glass(es) of Fortified/Dessert wine Bloody Mary(s) Gin and Tonic(s) Highball(s) Irish Coffee(s) On the Rocks Pina Colada(s) Screwdriver(s) Tom Collins Whiskey Sour(s) Margarita(s) Airline miniature(s) Gimlet(s) Old-fashioned(s) Mint Julep(s) Black Russian(s) Dry Martini(s) Manhattan(s) Rob Roy(s) Double(s) on the Rocks Frozen Daquiri(s) over a period of hour(s) 2 . I am Male Female ( Explanation of gender differences in Blood Alcohol Concentration) and I weigh Pounds Kilograms and I live in United States Australia Austria Belgium Canada Cyprus Finland France Korea Hong Kong Netherlands New Zealand Norway Portugal South Africa Spain Sweden Taiwan United Kingdom United States (so that the result is displayed in the appropriate units). Add the Drink Wheel to y o u r web site About the Drink Wheel The Intoximeters Inc. "Drink Wheel" 1 is a form that you can fill out that when completed will instantly compute your estimated blood/breath alcohol concentration ("BAC") or blood alcohol content. This simulates the breath alcohol testing done by an Intoximeter Alco-Sensor IV. The Alco-Sensor IV is used in both Law Enforcement and Workplace Testing for alcohol testing. It is presented as a public service to Intoximeters web site visitors. Its primary purpose is to provide useful information about the responsible use of alcohol. Why is it called a "Drink Wheel"? We call it the "Drink Wheel" because it is based on various paper and cardboard BAC calculators that are given out in alcohol awareness programs, some of which are in the form of a wheel that you can spin around to calculate your estimated BAC based on what and how much you have had to drink. Interesting Historical Note: The terms Breathalyzer and Breathalyser have become synonymous with breath alcohol testing equipment. Both are trademarked names not owned by Intoximeters, Inc. In fact the term Breathalyzer originated from an instrument invented by R.F. Borkenstein that utilized Chemical Oxidation and Photometry to determine alcohol concentration. The instrument was originally introduced in 1954 and was widely utilized for more than 20 years. Disclaimer It would be extremely foolish for us to pretend that our "Drink Wheel" can tell you what your BAC actually is, first because it would open us up to an incredible amount of potential liability and second if it really did work accurately there would be no need for anyone to buy the instruments that we make and sell. A person's actual BAC is dependent on many complex factors, including their physical condition (body composition, health etc...) and what they have recently ingested (including food, water, medications and other drugs). This site includes a more detailed discussion of the Pharmacology and Disposition of alcohol in humans . The results that are generated are rough estimates of an average healthy person's BAC assuming typical beverage sizes, recipes and alcohol content. The BAC estimates generated by the Drink Wheel should not be used to infer anyone's fitness to work, drive or perform any other task or duty. Please Enjoy, but 1995-2006 Intoximeters, Inc. Site Map Site Problems? Email Webmaster