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What is the cost of a DUI in Gainesville if BAC is between .08 and .15% for the first conviction?
At what BAC is an accident 2x more likely?
0.04
What was the recommended highest BAC level for driving in the 1960s by AMA?
0.15
When did drinking and driving start to be viewed as negative?
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How many fatalities are there in motor vehicle accidents where at least one driver has a BAC of .08 g/dL or higher?
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What percentage of accidents were in crashes with at least one driver having a BAC of .15 g/dL or higher?
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How many children were killed in alcohol-impaired driving crashes?
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By how many times did fatalities decrease in the 1980s because of MADD?
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What was the percentage decrease in alcohol-related fatalities due to MADD's efforts?
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Why is a breathalyzer not always accurate?
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What happens if you refuse to take a breathalyzer test?
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Who was Dorris Aiken?
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Who is Cindi Lamb?
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What was Russel Newcomber's relation to drunk driving incidents?
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Who was Clarence Busch?
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What did the national traffic commission recommend?
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What are Designated Driver Campaigns based on?
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Why were the Designated Driver campaigns successful?
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Study Notes
Cost of a DUI in Gainesville
- Fines range from $500 to $1,000 for a first conviction with BAC between .08 and .15%.
- Possible imprisonment of up to 6 months.
- Mandatory probation for at least 1 year with monthly reporting.
- Completion of a state-sanctioned substance abuse course is required.
- Offender must complete 50 hours of public service or community work project.
- Vehicle impounded for 10 days, which does not run concurrently with incarceration.
- Driver's license revocation lasts a minimum of 180 days to a maximum of 1 year.
BAC and Accident Likelihood
- An accident is 2x more likely when an individual's BAC is at 0.04.
Historical BAC Recommendations
- The American Medical Association recommended a maximum BAC of 0.15 for driving in the 1960s.
Shift in Perception
- The negative view of drinking and driving began in the 1980s.
Statistics on Drunk Driving
- 839 fatalities occurred in motor vehicle accidents where at least one driver had a BAC of .08 g/dL or higher.
- 70.7% of these fatalities involved drivers with a BAC of .15 g/dL or higher.
- 74 children were killed in accidents where alcohol impairment was a factor.
Impact of MADD
- Fatalities related to drunk driving were three times higher in the 1980s before the influence of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD).
- MADD contributed to a 63% decrease in drunk driving fatalities.
Breathalyzer Accuracy
- Breathalyzer results peak 10-15 minutes after the last drink, possibly showing a lower BAC than actual intoxication.
- Field sobriety tests might delay the breathalyzer, allowing BAC to rise and provide more accurate readings.
Consequences of Refusing a Breathalyzer
- Refusal results in a one-year license suspension, regardless of the driver's alcohol level.
Influential Women in the Movement
- Dorris Aiken led grassroots efforts to combat drunk driving via the organization "RID" (Remove Intoxicated Drivers), spurred by a personal incident.
- Cindi Lamb became the face of the movement after her daughter Laura was paralyzed by a drunk driver and later died from injuries.
- Candy Lightner, whose daughter Cari was killed by a repeat drunk driving offender, became a prominent spokesperson for the cause.
Notorious Offenders
- Russell Newcomber had multiple DUI violations and received only 6.5 years of probation after causing an accident that injured Cindi Lamb's daughter.
- Clarence Busch had previous convictions and was out on bail for another hit-and-run when he killed Cari Lightner, receiving a reduced sentence for his crimes.
National Traffic Commission's Recommendations
- Formed by President Reagan, it called for raising the legal drinking age to 21 to combat youth-related traffic accidents.
Designated Driver Campaigns
- Rooted in diffusion theory, these campaigns took years to become socially normative, emphasizing the rewards of safe driving.
- They aimed to engage the public positively regarding drinking while fostering cooperation with the alcohol industry.
Diffusion Theory
- Involves large-scale communication of innovative ideas using mass media and personal interactions to promote behavioral change.
Success of Designated Driver Campaigns
- These campaigns were successful as they provided a positive action while also mitigating opposition from the alcohol industry.
- The message was compatible with television promotion, making it easier to integrate into mainstream culture.
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This flashcard quiz covers the financial and legal repercussions of a DUI offense in Gainesville for first-time convictions. Test your understanding of the penalties such as fines, imprisonment, probation, and community service requirements.
