Ways to Prevent DUI and DUID

If you’re like most people, you most likely know that driving under the influence of drugs (DUID) or alcohol (DUI) is not only extremely dangerous, but also against the law. Indeed, both charges can lead to severe criminal penalties, including hefty fines, a lengthy license suspension, and even time behind bars. Fortunately, there are many ways to prevent DUI and DUID before they occur.

While the most effective way to prevent DUI or DUID is to refrain from alcohol and drug use, this is simply not a solution for most drivers. Therefore, rather than avoiding the substances altogether, you should instead avoid combining them with driving.

To prevent you or your loved ones from driving under the influences, make sure you select a designated driver each time you go to an event where alcohol and/or drugs may be consumed. If a designated driver is not available, keep the contact information for a local taxi service handy.

In some situations, you should take measures to prevent DUI and DUID even if you are not driving. For instance, if you are hosting a party at your home, you should consider collecting each guest’s car keys, and then having a sober friend determine whether each person is capable of driving before his or her keys are returned. If a guest appears intoxicated, you can then call a cab or see if a sober friend can drive him or her home.

Although you may think illegal narcotics are the only type of drugs that can impair your driving skills, it is important to realize that many over-the-counter and prescription medications can affect your mental capabilities as well. Make sure you read the warning labels before you consume any new drug. To determine side effects, you should also “try out” new medications by using them several hours before you plan to drive.

Following these tips are effective for preventing DUI or DUID; however, if you are ever charged with driving under the influence, hiring a local attorney is the best way to prevent the penalties associated with a DUI or DUID offense.