Perils of San Diego DUI: Myths versus Realities
For decades, most Americans have been inundated with facts and studies about how dangerous driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can be -- both for themselves and for other drivers on the road. However, the anti-drunk driving hysteria has created not a small amount of confusion among law enforcement agents, drivers, and even legislators. Let’s try to separate some of the myths about San Diego DUI from the facts as represented by best science (i.e. double blind, clinically controlled studies).
Myth #1 -- individuals with low BAC (blood alcohol concentration) levels are more likely to get into accidents than are individuals with BACs approaching 0%.
Reality: studies suggest that drivers who have very low BAC levels are no more likely to get into crashes than are drivers who’ve had nothing to drink.
Myth #2 -- a breathalyzer test can adequately determine BAC levels.
Reality: breathalyzer tests are highly flawed. They’re subject to testing biases, interpretation biases, equipment malfunction, and a host of other technical flaws. In addition, one’s breath alcohol content does not necessarily correlate with one’s blood alcohol content. For instance, it's possible to have a BAC that’s over the legal limit for San Diego DUI and test as under the limit on a breathalyzer test; conversely, it's possible to test as over the DUI limit while having an actual BAC that’s below the legal limit.
Myth #3 -- your BAC level correlates precisely with your level of impairment.
Reality: although your BAC level generally correlates with your level of impairment, many factors can be at play. Factors like weight, height, cultural background, whether or not an individual is on prescription medications, and even the color of the car a person drives (!) can impact impairment. In other words, it's not a simple one-to-one correlation between BAC level and level of impairment.
To build a solid case to defend against your San Diego DUI charges, you need to understand the scientific facts about how alcohol can impair driver performance. Look to Attorney Stephen Brodsky for help developing and fine tuning your defense strategy. Attorney Brodsky has helped literally hundreds of Southern California defendants since 1988. He has a superb record both at settlement hearings and at trial, and he understands how to put clients at ease and make them feel like they are back in control of their destinies. For testimonials, firm philosophy, and more information about Attorney Brodsky’s background, please peruse www.criminalattorneysandiego.com, or email the offices or call 1-800-GOOD-ADVICE to schedule a confidential, free consultation.
