Shocking Facts of DUI

Driving under influence of drug and alcohol is the common crime in many countries. Many people are charged for DUI every year. Addiction of alcohol has become the major social problem. DUI is the major cause of the accidents on highways today.

According to the survey, one person is killed every 31 minutes in the accidents related to DUI and a person is injured every 2 minutes in US. Following are some shocking facts of DUI that will show you the severity of this problem.

DUI Facts:
• About 16,885 people died in US in 2005 in the alcohol related accidents representing 39% of all traffic related deaths.
• Around 1.4 million drivers were arrested under DUI charges in 2005.
• About 18% of deaths are caused due to the consumption of drugs other than alcohol. It is used in combination with alcohol.
• More than 500 children below the age of 14, died in 2005, with those who were culprits of DUI.
• About 48 children, who were pedestrians or cyclist were hit by impaired drivers in 2005.
• During 2005, the young men between 18 and 20 were reported driving while impaired more frequently.
• The BAC of about 30% drivers killed was 0.08% or more.
• The age groups of 40 to 44 years have highest percentage of fatalities with BAC of 0.08 or more.
• In 2006 there were around 17,941 deaths due to alcohol related accidents. It was 41 percent of the total 43,000 fatalities in 2006.
• About 80% of alcohol fatalities are caused due to beer consumption.
• About 30% of Americans are punished for drink and drive at least once during their lifetime.

Tips to Avoid DUI:
Following are some tips to avoid drunk driving.
• Get the designated driver if you are planning to drink when you go for weekends or parties.
• Drink at the locations that are at walking distance from your home so that you do not need a vehicle for returning back.
• If you are far away from your home, you can call a cab.
• Prefer public transportation in large cities after drinking.
• Ask your friend to pick you up and drop u back at home.

After reading the dui facts, you may have understood the severity of this problem. There are thousands of people dying due to addiction. It is better to stay away from it rather than following avoiding tips.