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A driver whose BAC is lower than 0.08 cannot face DWI charges.
A driver whose BAC is lower than 0.08 cannot face DWI charges.
False (B)
A life lost to DWI is estimated to cost society $840,000.
A life lost to DWI is estimated to cost society $840,000.
False (B)
In 1994, the BAC limit was lowered to 0.08 in New Mexico.
In 1994, the BAC limit was lowered to 0.08 in New Mexico.
True (A)
Statistically, the first use of alcohol begins around the age of 11 in New Mexico.
Statistically, the first use of alcohol begins around the age of 11 in New Mexico.
A first-time DWI offense will result in license revocation, jail, fines, ignition interlock installed, and DWI school.
A first-time DWI offense will result in license revocation, jail, fines, ignition interlock installed, and DWI school.
Drive-up liquor windows are still operational and open in the state of New Mexico.
Drive-up liquor windows are still operational and open in the state of New Mexico.
It is not against the law to have any alcoholic beverage container open within a vehicle while on any public street or road.
It is not against the law to have any alcoholic beverage container open within a vehicle while on any public street or road.
Alcohol is responsible for the deaths of approximately 100,000 individuals per year in the U.S.
Alcohol is responsible for the deaths of approximately 100,000 individuals per year in the U.S.
BAC refers to the percentage of alcohol in a person's blood.
BAC refers to the percentage of alcohol in a person's blood.
A conviction of a DWI will stay on the record for 25 years.
A conviction of a DWI will stay on the record for 25 years.
Over time, all body organs can be impacted by alcohol to some degree.
Over time, all body organs can be impacted by alcohol to some degree.
The brain receives a greater percentage of alcohol than other body organs.
The brain receives a greater percentage of alcohol than other body organs.
Advanced publicity of DWI checkpoints must be made through local media outlets.
Advanced publicity of DWI checkpoints must be made through local media outlets.
If you host a party and serve alcoholic beverages and one of your guests is involved in a DWI crash where someone is injured, you can be held liable.
If you host a party and serve alcoholic beverages and one of your guests is involved in a DWI crash where someone is injured, you can be held liable.
The liver can oxidize, or process, up to three drinks per hour.
The liver can oxidize, or process, up to three drinks per hour.
Refusing to take a breath test can result in an Aggravated DWI, which carries a one (1) year driver's license suspension.
Refusing to take a breath test can result in an Aggravated DWI, which carries a one (1) year driver's license suspension.
An individual who will work in a place where alcohol is served need not attend any alcohol-server training program.
An individual who will work in a place where alcohol is served need not attend any alcohol-server training program.
A fourth or subsequent DWI offense is a felony.
A fourth or subsequent DWI offense is a felony.
A conviction of a DWI mandates installation of an ignition interlock device.
A conviction of a DWI mandates installation of an ignition interlock device.
Research shows that driver's license suspension and revocation are effective deterrents among the driving population.
Research shows that driver's license suspension and revocation are effective deterrents among the driving population.
Junior and senior high school students drink 35 percent of all wine coolers and consume 1.1 billion cans of beer.
Junior and senior high school students drink 35 percent of all wine coolers and consume 1.1 billion cans of beer.
The use of alcohol is associated with the leading causes of death and injury among teenagers and young adults.
The use of alcohol is associated with the leading causes of death and injury among teenagers and young adults.
A person's ability to drive could become impaired at 0.01 BAC.
A person's ability to drive could become impaired at 0.01 BAC.
Drinking with food in your stomach reduces the rate of absorption of alcohol.
Drinking with food in your stomach reduces the rate of absorption of alcohol.
The amount of body fluid women have in comparison to men has nothing to do with the effects of the amount of alcohol one drinks.
The amount of body fluid women have in comparison to men has nothing to do with the effects of the amount of alcohol one drinks.
The BAC increases with the amount of alcohol consumed but the level of impairment is not affected.
The BAC increases with the amount of alcohol consumed but the level of impairment is not affected.
Combining the drinking of alcohol with medication is considered safe behavior.
Combining the drinking of alcohol with medication is considered safe behavior.
When it takes more alcohol to reach the same effect one had with less alcohol, it is said that one has developed tolerance.
When it takes more alcohol to reach the same effect one had with less alcohol, it is said that one has developed tolerance.
Wearing safety belts makes you safe, but do not protect you from drunk drivers.
Wearing safety belts makes you safe, but do not protect you from drunk drivers.
Checkpoints (Roadblocks) are constitutional in New Mexico; however, at least the following conditions are required: Roadblocks must be officially scheduled by a supervisory officer. All vehicles must be treated ___ .
Checkpoints (Roadblocks) are constitutional in New Mexico; however, at least the following conditions are required: Roadblocks must be officially scheduled by a supervisory officer. All vehicles must be treated ___ .
Use of alcohol is dangerous because: It reduces our ability to remain alert and attentive to several things at once. It plays a major role in a large percentage of ___ .
Use of alcohol is dangerous because: It reduces our ability to remain alert and attentive to several things at once. It plays a major role in a large percentage of ___ .
If an impaired motorist is driving a vehicle toward you, you should: Turn your car to the ___ even if you go off the road.
If an impaired motorist is driving a vehicle toward you, you should: Turn your car to the ___ even if you go off the road.
If you are intoxicated and wish to sober up quickly, you can: ___
If you are intoxicated and wish to sober up quickly, you can: ___
A safe distance between your car and the one ahead is a: ___ gap.
A safe distance between your car and the one ahead is a: ___ gap.
Study Notes
DWI and BAC Regulations
- Drivers with a BAC below 0.08 cannot face DWI charges.
- New Mexico lowered the BAC limit to 0.08 in 1994.
- A DWI conviction leads to a permanent record for 25 years.
- Refusal of a breath test results in a one-year driver's license suspension for Aggravated DWI.
- A DWI can lead to a court-mandated ignition interlock device installation.
Alcohol Consumption Statistics
- Approximately 100,000 alcohol-related deaths occur annually in the U.S.
- Alcohol use begins around age 11 in New Mexico.
- Junior and senior high school students account for 35% of all wine cooler consumption, totaling 1.1 billion cans of beer.
- Alcohol consumption correlates with leading causes of death and injury among youth.
Health and Alcohol Effects
- Alcohol impacts all body organs, with the brain receiving a higher concentration.
- Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) quantifies the alcohol percentage in a person's bloodstream.
- A person's driving ability may become impaired at a BAC of 0.01.
- Combining alcohol with medication is unsafe and can lead to severe consequences.
Legal Responsibilities and Accountability
- Social hosts serving alcohol at parties can be held liable if a guest injures someone while driving intoxicated.
- DWI checkpoints are constitutional but require official scheduling and equal treatment of all vehicles.
- Education and training are mandatory for those serving alcohol professionally.
Alcohol Tolerance and Behavior
- Increased alcohol consumption leads to tolerance, requiring more to achieve the same effects.
- Eating food while drinking slows the absorption of alcohol.
- Safety belts protect against standard risks but do not mitigate the dangers posed by impaired drivers.
Response to Impaired Driving
- When approached by an impaired driver, it's safer to steer right, even if it means going off-road.
- No quick remedy exists for sobering up while intoxicated.
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Test your knowledge on DWI statistics and laws specific to New Mexico with this quiz. Evaluate your understanding of critical information regarding blood alcohol content (BAC) limits and the impacts of alcohol on society. Each question challenges common misconceptions and facts about driving under the influence.
