Drunk driving is the specific offense of operating a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol. It severely degrades reaction time, motor skills, and judgment. Law enforcement measures this via blood alcohol concentration limits, and a conviction often results in license suspension, fines, or impoundment of the vehicle.
Heard on the job
He wrecked his truck in a drunk driving incident and now his insurance premiums are astronomical.
Also heard as
- drink driving
Related terms
Driving under the influence
The legal offense of operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs.
Drugged driving
The act of operating a motor vehicle while impaired by narcotics or medications.
Impaired driving
Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs degrades reaction times.