akarunway 1 #26 January 10, 2007 QuoteQuoteRealistically, I think it'd be fine, because honestly, how many people actually go out INTENDING to drive drunk? Not many, right? Legally drunk and actually drunk are two different things. The legal limit in Florida is .08, in some states it is .10. It is an arbitrary standard. .08 is basically one drink. You need to wait for one hour for each "drink" to leave your system. If you drink 4 beers in 4 hours, over the limit. I would say that very, very few people actually leave a bar that are not legally drunk using the .08 limit. I beg to differ. And I've been to MADD mothers saftey classes crammed down my throat on more than one occasion If you consume one NORMAL drink per hr. YOU AINT impaired. (unless maybe a puss) Your liver processes one oz. per hr. And if you eat even better. >http://www.cocktailtimes.com/awareness/I hold it true, whate'er befall; I feel it, when I sorrow most; 'Tis better to have loved and lost Than never to have loved at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #27 January 10, 2007 QuoteNot a $500 fine. Not a night in jail. First conviction: MINIMUM $5,000 US fine. $10,000 if an accident was involved. Judge's discretion based on income if a fatality occurred. Minimum of one week in jail, and alcohol counseling afterwards. 180 day licence suspension. Again, all minimums. Second conviction: Minimum $10,000 / $20,000 fines, as above. 30 days in jail, 2 year licence suspension. Third conviction: Dragged behind the courthouse, buried to the neck, and left to die. (Not literally, just some really hefty punishments. Life imprisonment wouldn't be bad. The person obviously can't handle freedom) ANY accident involving a fatality caused by a drunk driver would result in permanently revoked licence, and a minimum of one year in prison for every person who died. Good start. The fucker that killed my sister last year had prior DUIs and for some reason still a fuckin driver's license. If the penalities were stiffer, perhaps it would help save lives. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #28 January 10, 2007 QuoteQuote .08 is basically one drink. You need to wait for one hour for each "drink" to leave your system. If you drink 4 beers in 4 hours, over the limit. I would say that very, very few people actually leave a bar that are not legally drunk using the .08 limit. I beg to differ. And I've been to MADD mothers saftey classes crammed down my throat on more than one occasion If you consume one NORMAL drink per hr. YOU AINT impaired. (unless maybe a puss) Your liver processes one oz. per hr. And if you eat even better. >http://www.cocktailtimes.com/awareness/How many people do you know that take 1 hour to drink thier 1st drink, most people have at least 2 drinks in the first hour and go from there.You are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
willard 0 #29 January 10, 2007 QuoteQuoteNot a $500 fine. Not a night in jail. First conviction: MINIMUM $5,000 US fine. $10,000 if an accident was involved. Judge's discretion based on income if a fatality occurred. Minimum of one week in jail, and alcohol counseling afterwards. 180 day licence suspension. Again, all minimums. Second conviction: Minimum $10,000 / $20,000 fines, as above. 30 days in jail, 2 year licence suspension. Third conviction: Dragged behind the courthouse, buried to the neck, and left to die. (Not literally, just some really hefty punishments. Life imprisonment wouldn't be bad. The person obviously can't handle freedom) ANY accident involving a fatality caused by a drunk driver would result in permanently revoked licence, and a minimum of one year in prison for every person who died. Good start. The fucker that killed my sister last year had prior DUIs and for some reason still a fuckin driver's license. If the penalities were stiffer, perhaps it would help save lives. 25 years ago last November my girlfiend was killed by a drunk driver. When he appeared before the judge he was asked why he decided to go ahead and drive home even though he knew he was drunk (he had admitted so). He said that since the fine was so small for a 1st time DUI he thought it was worth the risk. Maybe should have asked those who shared the highway with him that evening. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #30 January 10, 2007 Quote25 years ago last November my girlfiend was killed by a drunk driver. When he appeared before the judge he was asked why he decided to go ahead and drive home even though he knew he was drunk (he had admitted so). He said that since the fine was so small for a 1st time DUI he thought it was worth the risk. Maybe should have asked those who shared the highway with him that evening I honestly don't thik people realize what losing a loved one to a drunk driver feels like. It's not something you ever get over. It completely changes the way you feel about drinking in general, and makes you hate everyone that is stupid enough to drink and drive. In my sister's case the guy that killed her died on impact. Which is good cause i would've killed him myself had he lived through the accident. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #31 January 10, 2007 QuoteActually, I like this newer system they have in parts of Japan. It's called "alternate driver" where a sober person drives you home in your car, and a cab/co-worker takes them back to the restaraunt or bar. It's a flat fee type arrangement. Very convenient too, because you get your car back at your house. yeathe military has been doign this for years. It still amazes me when someone (in the military) gets DUI. there are so many other avenues to getg home safely.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
d_squared431 0 #32 January 10, 2007 There are devices that are in cars that wont let you start it until you blow into the breathalyzer thing. Once it determines you are sober the car will start. Right now I think they are court ordered for repeat offenders.TPM Sister#130ONTIG#1 I love vodka.I love vodka cause it rhymes with Tuaca~LisaH You having a clean thought is like billyvance having a clean post.iluvtofly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Johnsisland 0 #33 January 10, 2007 [QUOTE]ANY accident involving a fatality caused by a drunk driver would result in permanently revoked licence, and a minimum of one year in prison for every person who died. Good start. The fucker that killed my sister last year had prior DUIs and for some reason still a fuckin driver's license. If the penalities were stiffer, perhaps it would help save lives. Sunny, I am so sorry your sister was killed by a drunk driver. I can't imagine what that's like. I know that it doesn't replace your sister, but I and many others appreciate that your sister was serving all of us. And congrats on your 4 point oh. I can imagine your sister looking down, smiling and being one very proud sister. J Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
