DUI

Question 1

What do you give implied legal consent to when obtaining driver’s license?

Answer 1

Alcohol and drug testing

Question 2

Do most DUI arrests lead to convictions? What about for injured DUI drivers?

Answer 2

• It ranges from 20-90%

- Very low conviction rate for injured/hospitalized intoxicated drivers

Question 3

What are the two ways you can be convicted of DUI?

Answer 3

1. Impaired while driving (driving patterns, physical appearance, field test)
2. BAC > 0.08%

Question 4

Is a DUI case civil or criminal?

Answer 4

Criminal

Question 5

If you get a DUI in HI and aren’t a HI resident, can you still lose your license in your home state?

Answer 5

Yes

Question 6

What are the potential consequences of your 1st DUI offense?

Answer 6

• Substance abuse rehab program
• License/privilege to drive suspension (90days)
• Community service (72 hours)
• Imprisonment (2-5 days)
• Fine ($150-1000)

Question 7

What is the 5-year look back period?

Answer 7

Prior DUI offense in the last 5 years

-> punishment increases dramatically

Question 8

How many DUI offenses until you are charged with a felony?

Answer 8

Four

Question 9

In what stage of the licensing process should you provide guidance on safe driving to adolescents?

Answer 9

Before initiation of driving license process

Question 10

What screening tests are recommended when treating DUI trauma victims?

Answer 10

• BAC
• Behavioral questionnaires (CAGE, AUDIT, SMAST, TWEAK)
• Hx of trauma

Question 11

What are some ways that states are changing driver’s licensure laws to increase safe driving?

Answer 11

• Increase in observed # of driving hours for licensure
• Regulations limiting driving distractions (e.g. cell phone use ban)
• Mandatory seatbelt use