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What is the difference between DUI and DWI?
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The difference between a DUI and a DWI is a difference in language only. DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence; DWI stands for Driving While Intoxicated. Both terms are defined as having a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.8 percent or higher, or 0.4 percent for commercial drivers.
DUI and DWI Laws for Drivers Younger than 21
There is a nationwide zero tolerance statute for drivers under the legal drinking age. In other words, drivers younger than 21, with a BAC of 0.2 percent or higher, can be convicted of a DUI or DWI.Drunk Driving Penalties
The penalties for breaking DUI laws or DWI laws are different in every state; however, the following penalties can be accrued nationwide:- License suspension.
- Loss of employment.
- Loss of eligibility for future employment.
- Increase in insurance rates.
- Financial hardship.
Hiring a DUI or DWI Attorney
If you have been convicted of a DUI or DWI, consider hiring a DUI or DWI lawyer. A DUI attorney can often reduce the fine, and even the duration of license suspension. You can search the Internet or your local telephone book or Yellow Pages to find a DWI or DUI lawyer in your area.Post Comment for "What is the difference between DUI and DWI?"
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