Alcohol, Drugs, and Impaired Driving Flashcards

How many drinks does it typically take for alcohol to begin affecting driving ability?

Answer: Even one drink can affect driving

Even one alcoholic drink can begin to impair judgment, reaction time, and coordination needed for safe driving.

Which factor does NOT affect how quickly your body absorbs alcohol?

Answer: The color of the beverage

The color of a beverage has no effect on alcohol absorption; body weight, food intake, and gender are all factors that influence absorption rate.

In New Hampshire, Aggravated DWI can be charged when a driver's BAC is:

Answer: 0.16% or higher

New Hampshire charges Aggravated DWI when a driver's BAC is 0.16% or higher, which carries more severe penalties than standard DWI.

A second DWI offense in New Hampshire within 10 years results in a mandatory license revocation of at least:

Answer: 3 years

A second DWI conviction within 10 years in NH results in a mandatory license revocation of at least 3 years.

Which of the following can help sober up a person who has been drinking?

Answer: Only time allows the body to eliminate alcohol

Only time allows the liver to metabolize alcohol; coffee, showers, and food do not speed up this process.

What is the penalty for a first-offense DWI conviction in New Hampshire regarding fines?

Answer: Up to $1,000

A first DWI offense in New Hampshire carries a fine of up to $1,000 in addition to other penalties.

New Hampshire requires first-time DWI offenders to complete an Impaired Driver Intervention Program (IDIP). This program is designed to:

Answer: Educate offenders about the dangers of impaired driving and help prevent recidivism

The IDIP is an educational and intervention program aimed at reducing repeat DWI offenses by addressing the behaviors and attitudes related to impaired driving.