How Much Alcohol Constitutes Drunk Driving?

[ClaireAnn]

Drunk driving is defined as a driver's blood alcohol content (BAC) being greater than or equal to 20 milligrams per 100 milliliters but less than 80 milligrams per 100 milliliters. Driving with a BAC greater than or equal to 80 milligrams per 100 milliliters is considered intoxicated driving. Considering individual differences in metabolic rates, if a large amount of alcohol is consumed in one sitting, it is advisable to wait at least 24 hours before driving. Penalties for drunk driving include: 1. For first-time offenders, a temporary suspension of the driver's license for 6 months and a fine ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 yuan. Repeat offenders face up to 10 days of detention, a fine of 1,000 to 2,000 yuan, and revocation of their driver's license. 2. Driving commercial vehicles under the influence results in 15 days of detention, a 5,000 yuan fine, revocation of the driver's license, and a 5-year ban on obtaining a new license. 3. Causing a major traffic accident while driving under the influence or intoxicated, if it constitutes a crime, leads to criminal liability, revocation of the driver's license, and a lifetime ban on obtaining a new license.