DUI and DWI Law Facts

The Holidays are near and that means office parties, family gatherings and many opportunities to get together and celebrate the season. It is also a time when many people have a cocktail or two and then head home without realizing how that drink has affected their blood alcohol level.

Here are somethings to keep in mind when consuming alcohol. Your weight has a direct effect on the amount of alcohol you can consume before you are considered D.U.I. Do not drink on an empty stomach. Make sure that you eat something before you have that drink and while you are enjoying your cocktail. Remember that drinking on an empty stomach speeds the rate of alcohol absorption into the blood stream and can more easily and quickly impair your ability to drive. Also, drinking alcohol with carbonated beverages also increases the speed of alcohol absorption into the blood stream. The most important rule of thumb is to use moderation. It is also best to be on the safe side and call a cab or designate a driver who will not be drinking to drive you home. It is always better to be safe than sorry.

However if you are stopped for driving while under the influence of alcohol, make sure that you understand what the police officer is explaining to you and call an attorney in your state who is experienced in handling these types of criminal matters immediately. It can make the difference between keeping or losing your license. The best advice we at legalgroup.com can give you is to be safe and use common sense. If you feel you have had too much to drink, do not drive.