Many people have faced serious driving while impaired (DUI) charges because of common misconceptions.
Here are a few common DUI myths to avoid:
Myth 1: You should eat food to lower your blood alcohol content (BAC)
Truth: Food can help slow down the absorption of alcohol. However, your BAC levels can still increase above the safe driving limit over time whether you eat food before or after you drink alcohol.
Myth 2: It is better to drink low-alcohol drinks to keep your BAC low
Truth: Consuming drinks with low alcohol content can help keep your BAC low. However, moderation is important. Drinking multiple low-alcohol drinks can still lead to inebriations.
Myth 3: Driving slowly can help avoid DUI charges
Truth: While driving slowly can help prevent the police from stopping you, you could still face a DUI charge. If you are in an auto accident, the police may test your BAC and find that you are inebriated.
Myth 4: Sucking on a penny can help you pass a breath test
Truth: It was once commonly believed that sucking on a penny would disrupt a breath test. However, there is nothing special about the penny that would cause this.
Myth 5: Coffee can help sober you up
Truth: Coffee can mask the feeling of inebriation. However, coffee and other caffeinated drinks can not sober you up. The best solution to being drunk is waiting. As time passes, your body processes the alcohol you have consumed, which lowers your BAC levels.
DUI charges can lead to serious criminal punishments. Legal guidance can help.