1. The safest decision is NOT to drink and drive.

2.  Driving Under the Influence of intoxicating beverages means that a driver’s senses and judgment are impaired by alcohol

3. # 1 D.U.I. = BEER

4. ALCOHOL-DRUG-DEPRESSANT-AFFECTS YOUR CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSYTEM A.) Alcohol is absorbed; not digested

5. FACTORS: A.) quantity of alcohol consumed B.) Body weight C.) How quickly drinks were consumed D.) Food eaten

6. A.) Alcotester – used to measure B.A.C. B.).08% - legally drunk in NJ (21 or older) C.) Zero tolerance under 21 – (.01%-.07%)

7.  Is considered an automatic Blood Alcohol Content of.10% which will result in loss of license for 7 months to a year, and an insurance surcharge of $1,000 a year for 3 years.

8. D.).05% - 2x greater chance of crash.10% - 6x greater chance of crash.15% - 25x greater chance of crash

9. E.) Under the influence – drivers senses and judgement are impaired.

10. TIME!!!!

11. 12oz beer=5oz wine=1 ½ ounces of 86 proof liquor After 2 to 4 drinks alcohol impairs reaction time, coordination and balance.

12.  Balance  Coordination  Vision  Speech  Judgement  Memory  Personality  **Physical tests measure short term effects.

13. YOU ARE LIABLE!!!! Can be involved in a lawsuit. Must make an effort to stop intoxicated driver from driving.

14.  A driver responsible for safe transportation of family and friends who have been drinking alcohol.

15.  Cause drowsiness or dizziness Include:  Alcohol  Cold pills  Tranquilizers  Prescription medications

16.  If one loses his or her license he or she may not drive until the suspension is over.