What is the difference between "drunk driving" and a DUI?
The word "drunk" invokes images of someone who is loud, obnoxious, slurring their words and stumbling around. Whereas, DUI or driving under the influence are terms that describe an individuals legal blood alcohol content level or BAC as defined by state law.
Most states have DUI per se laws which state that regardless of whether the driver of a motor vehicle is actually visibly "drunk" or intoxicated, he or she is driving under the influence if they have a blood alcohol content (BAC) level at or above the legal limit.
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