What is the concept of drunk driving?
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Drunk driving refers to the act of driving when the alcohol content in the driver's blood is greater than or equal to 20mg/100ml but less than 80mg/100ml. Moreover, drunk driving and driving under the influence (DUI) face two completely different legal consequences: drunk driving is a crime, while DUI is a traffic violation under the law. The effects of alcohol on driving are introduced as follows: Decreased tactile ability after drinking: After drinking and driving, due to the anesthetic effect of alcohol, the tactile sensation of hands and feet is reduced compared to normal, making it difficult to properly control the accelerator, brake, and steering wheel. Decreased judgment and operational abilities after drinking: After drinking, the reaction time to light and sound stimuli is prolonged, and the time for instinctive reflex actions is also extended. The coordination between sensory and motor organs, such as the eyes, hands, and feet, becomes impaired, making it difficult to accurately judge distance and speed, leading to traffic accidents. Visual impairment caused by drinking: Drinking can temporarily impair vision, causing unstable images and reduced color discrimination, making it difficult to detect and correctly interpret traffic signals, signs, and markings. Additionally, drinking significantly narrows the field of vision, blurs images, and causes the eyes to focus only on targets directly ahead, making it difficult to detect hazards at the periphery of the visual field, increasing the risk of accidents. Drowsiness after drinking: This manifests as irregular driving patterns, poor spatial vision, and other behaviors characteristic of fatigued driving.
I've been driving for over a decade and have personally witnessed the terrifying consequences of drunk driving. Simply put, drunk driving is the act of operating a vehicle after consuming alcohol, when your blood alcohol concentration exceeds the legal limit. In this state, your judgment is impaired, reactions slow down, vision blurs, and accidents become more likely. For example, some people might feel sober after a gathering, but end up failing to notice pedestrians or other vehicles on the road, leading to collisions. In China, the legal standard for drunk driving is a blood alcohol concentration of 20mg/100ml or higher, which can result in penalties ranging from fines of several thousand yuan to imprisonment or license revocation. I had a neighbor who drove under the influence out of sheer recklessness and ended up being detained and losing his job. So, this is no trivial matter—it's a life-threatening risk. I strongly advise against drinking and driving; always plan ahead by arranging for a designated driver or taking a taxi—safety first. It's also good to regularly discuss this with friends and promote a culture of responsible driving to prevent unnecessary tragedies.
