Myths about alcohol and traffic stops could cause you to face drunk driving charges. A driving under the influence (DUI) charge could lead to fines and incarceration. A criminal record after a drunk driving charge may cause you to lose employment, education, loan and housing opportunities.
Do not let misinformation about drunk driving lead to drunk driving charges. Learn about some common myths below:
Myth #1: You can’t get drunk on light drinks
Truth: While light alcoholic drinks may have less alcohol than other spirits or full-bodied drinks, you can still get drunk. Your blood alcohol content (BAC) — the amount of alcohol in your body — will still increase with each light drunk consumed.
Myth #2: Your BAC level can go down if you eat food
Truth: Food can slow down the absorption of alcohol in the body. However, that does not necessarily mean your BAC level will go down. Instead, it may take longer to become intoxicated if you consume food before drinking alcohol.
Myth #3: Coffee can make you sober
Truth: Coffee has the effect of making people alert. Coffee does not negate the effects of alcohol. You may still feel dizzy and make poor judgments if you consume alcohol and coffee.
Myth #4: One drink won’t make you drunk
Truth: Alcohol affects everyone differently. One drunk may make you feel drunk depending on a few factors, such as your alcohol tolerance, the strength of a drink and your health.
If you are facing drunk driving charges, you can learn about your legal defense options to mitigate or dismiss penalties.
