If you are out with friends and alcohol is served, it can be tempting to join in and have a few. However, if you are the designated driver or if you are driving yourself home that night, you should think twice. It doesn't actually take very many alcoholic drinks to get past the legal limit of 0.08%.
So, how many drinks does it take to get legally drunk?
The number of alcoholic drinks it takes to push you past the legal limit depends on several factors, including your weight and whether you are a man or a woman. In general, however, the California Department of Motor Vehicles provides drivers with a DUI Drink Chart that shows the number of drinks it would take to make you legally intoxicated. It is important to remember, however, that this is not a definitive rule – and it is only meant to be used as a guide.
According to the DUI Drink Chart, a 180-pound man would easily reach the legal limit of intoxication by drinking just 3 drinks in an hour. A 120-pound woman would only be able to drink 1-2 drinks in an hour to be considered legally drunk.
Safety experts and lawyers alike recommend that all drivers abstain from drinking if they know they will be driving home. If you are going out drinking with friends, make sure you have a sober driver or the number to a reliable taxi service. After all, the consequences of a DUI are severe and can be the biggest mistake you ever make. They can result in license suspension, jail time, hefty fines, and even felony charges. It's simply not worth the risk.
Contact an Oakland DUI Defense Attorney
If you or someone you love has been arrested for drunk driving or DUI in Oakland, we can help. Call the Oakland DUI Defense lawyers at the Law Offices of Nabiel C. Ahmed today to begin building a solid defense against these serious charges. There are ways to protect your driving record and stay out of jail. Call today at (510) 907-6600 or fill out our confidential contact form for more information.