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DUI Glossary
The following are some of the more common acronyms
for DUI or drunk driving.
DUI – Normally is recognized at as abbreviation
for Driving Under the Influence. Alcohol
is by far the most common impairing substance.
Several states prohibit DUI drugs and toxic vapors
from butane, paint thinner, paint fumes and other
chemicals.
DWI – DWI is the next most common acronym. This
is commonly interpreted as the abbreviation for
Driving While Intoxicated or While Impaired depending
on the state practice. Intoxicated or Impaired
Driving can be caused by drugs, plants, chemicals
or other impairing substances.
OUI - OUI stands for Operating Under the
Influence. It is probably the next commonly
recognized acronym for drunk driving. Operating
is actually a more accurate description than
driving as nearly all states make it illegal
to operate a vehicle while Under the Influence.
OWI – OWI stands for
Operating While Intoxicated
DUIL – Driving While Under the Influence
of Liquor
If you or a loved one has been arrested for
DUI in Atlanta, contact an experienced Atlanta
DUI attorney such as W. Scott Smith. Atlanta
DUI attorney W. Scott Smith will fight for your
rights. Hiring the right Atlanta DUI attorney
can make the difference in your future.
More DUI Information:
Anatomy of
a DUI case in Atlanta
Anatomy
of a DUI case in Georgia
Nystagmus
Tips
for Hiring a DUI Attorney
The Initial Interview with an Atlanta DUI Attorney
Implied
Consent Attorney
Atlanta DUI Rights
Alcohol Impairment Chart
Two Types of DUI in Atlanta
MADD
Victim Impact Panels
Community
Service Verification form
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