Theory Flashcards
1
Q
The Dram Shop Act
A
Someone who has been in some way hurt (physically, themselves, their property, means of support) by an intoxicated person has the right to take legal action against the person that unlawfully served them that alcohol.
Meaning: be aware of the state of the patron and don’t serve people who are underage or really intoxicated.
2
Q
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)
A
Amount of alcohol in bloodstream measured as a percentage, by mass.
Legal driving limit is 0.08.
Typical 150lb male:
Drinks per hour(approx)/BAC%/Effects: 2/0.05/Release of inhibitions 3/0.08/DWI legal limit in NY State 4/0.10/Loss of coordination, staggering, slurring 8/0.20/Loss of emotional control 12/0.30/“Walking Blackout,” loss of consciousness 14/0.35/Coma, minimum lethal level 16+/0.40+/DEATH