Dwi Vs Dui Research Paper

What is the Distinction between DWI and DUI?

While DWI is the acronym for Driving While Intoxicated and DUI is the acronym for Driving under the Influence; the distinction between the two traffic offenses often depends on where you live. Some states may use either of the two terms to define a driving offense and other states may define different driving offenses with either of the two terms. There are also a number of states that have a zero-tolerance policy or law that applies to drivers under the legal drinking age of 21.

In Texas the main distinction between the two terms is the age of the driver and the degree of damage, seriousness, or injury involved with a traffic driving violation. Here is what the terms mean and how they are

There is a 60 day suspension for a first offense; a 90 day suspension for a second offense; and a 180 day suspension for a third offense.

DWI:

Individuals over the age of 21 who are found to be driving with a detectable blood alcohol count (BAC) level over .08 or driving impaired due to the use of drugs may be charged with DWI. However, a driver with a BAC level below .08 may be charged with a DWI if the police officer determines that the driver’s mental abilities are impaired.

In addition to an individual having his or her driving license suspended for a charge of DWI, Texas also imposes minimum jail time for each new DWI offense. A first offense mandates a minimum of 3 days in jail; a second offense mandates 30 days in jail; and a third offense mandates 2 years in jail.

Having a designated, sober driver is the best plan of action for individuals who want to enjoy an evening out and still arrive home safely. Since 2008, a conviction of DWI will remain on a person’s Texas driving record forever. Beyond a traffic violation, a DWI offense may negatively impact a person’s ability to get a job, establish a good credit rating, or to purchase a