9 Clear Reasons to Never Drink and Drive – Guest Post

Understanding the dangers of drinking and driving is not rocket science. There are still far too many drunk drivers out there. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, alcohol-impaired driving caused 9,967 fatal accidents in 2023. Recently, we spoke with Criminal Lawyer Akash Dhillon, a DUI Lawyer from A. Dhillon Law Professional Corporation, based in Brampton Ontario to find out why it is important not to drive after drinking or using drugs.

Consider these nine reasons for not drinking and driving.

A prison sentence is possible

It is difficult for many people to imagine themselves in prison. You could be sent to jail if you are caught driving drunk. You may spend more than a few minutes in jail if you’re caught driving while drunk. You could spend years behind bars if you’re responsible for a death.

Your car insurance will cost you more

Don’t be surprised if your insurance rate increases if you have been convicted of DUI. Your driving risk is a factor in determining your insurance premiums. Higher premiums are charged to drivers who have a higher accident risk. If you are convicted of driving while under the influence, your insurance company could classify you as high-risk.

You could lose your job

If you are convicted of drinking and driving, your job could be terminated or your professional license revoked. If you work for a high-ranking or prestigious company, or in a municipal or state government, it’s more likely that this will happen. Doctors, teachers, lawyers and public figures may lose their jobs or license if they are caught drinking while driving.

You may be subject to large fines or fees

DUIs can be costly. The cost of a DUI can be expensive.

Drinking and driving increases your risk of an accident

It increases the risk of an accident, and you or someone else being injured. According to Mothers against Drunk Driving in America, drunk driving accidents cause 27 deaths per day.

You don’t want a criminal history

If you are found guilty, employers and others may see this information if they need to conduct a criminal background check. You may be limited in your future opportunities if you are convicted of criminal charges.

Property damage can be severe

Even if you do not injure anyone, you can cause thousands of dollars worth of property damage. You should never total your vehicle, strike a stationary object, or damage someone else’s property.

You can kill anyone, even children

MADD states that drunk drivers kill hundreds of children every year. In a single year, 1149 children under 14 years old were killed in motor vehicles accidents. In one-seventh, or 200 deaths in total, a drunk driver was involved. Drivers with blood alcohol levels above 0.08 also hit 29 other children on foot or bicycles.

Your family and others are not a good example of how to behave

Drinking and driving puts you and other road users at risk. You are also telling your family that drinking and driving is acceptable. By not adhering to this rule, you are letting your family know that safety isn’t important. If you care about the safety of your family, friends, and children then you should never drink and drive.

As a DUI attorney in Brampton, Canada’s city with the highest insurance rates, I witness impaired driving every day. It’s not worth it to drive impaired. There are many alternatives. You, your family and loved ones can be affected by impaired driving.