A document containing several “counts”, or individual charges brought against a person.

Also called Blood Alcohol Concentration. The amount of alcohol in your blood as shown by a chemical test.

A machine that determines the blood alcohol content through the amount of alcohol in the lungs. “The Breath Test”.

 A specific inattention by a driver that diverts their focus away from the road.

Driving Under the Influence of alcohol or any other drugs while operating any vehicle (car, boat, etc.)

Driving While Intoxicated or Driving While Impaired while under the Influence of alcohol or any other drugs while operating any vehicle (car, boat, etc.)

Whether a child under 14 was in the vehicle during an arrest. May result in enhanced sanctions and penalties.

A drug or chemical that is regulated by state and federal governments in the areas of production, custody, and usage.

Placing responsibility on the business that served alcohol to someone already intoxicated; if an accident or serious injury results, liability may also be placed.

A process whereby a person’s criminal arrest is deleted. In most States expungment is not available for a DUI arrest.