How long after drinking a small cup of baijiu can you drive?
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Drunk driving is defined when the blood alcohol concentration exceeds 20mg per 100ml. After drinking, alcohol is metabolized by the liver in the human body, and the speed of alcohol metabolism is significantly related to individual constitution. Therefore, it is indeed impossible to determine exactly how long after drinking one can drive. The penalties for drunk driving are introduced as follows: 1. Introduction one: Driving a motor vehicle after drinking alcohol will result in the temporary suspension of the motor vehicle driver's license for one to three months and a fine. 2. Introduction two: If the driver reaches a state of intoxication, the traffic management department of the public security organ will restrain them until sober, impose a detention of up to 15 days, and temporarily suspend the motor vehicle driver's license for three to six months, along with a fine. 3. Introduction three: If suspected of constituting a crime, specifically the crime of dangerous driving (i.e., drunk driving without an accident), the offender may face criminal detention. The duration of the detention ranges from one to six months, accompanied by a fine.
I'm the type who occasionally has a couple of drinks at social gatherings. I once tested myself after drinking a small cup (about 100ml) of 38% baijiu, and even after 8 hours, a police breathalyzer could still detect trace amounts of alcohol. The human body's alcohol metabolism rate varies greatly—some people can break down 10ml of pure alcohol per hour, while others can only manage 5ml. Factors like liquor strength, body weight, and liver function all play a role. The safest approach is to wait overnight before driving—for example, drinking at night and not driving until the next afternoon. Hangover soups and so-called 'alcohol relief' medicines are just placebos; don't believe in those quick-fix remedies. Honestly, even if you've only taken a tiny sip, wait at least 4 hours before driving. If you're feeling dizzy, avoid the wheel for a full 12 hours.
