Symptoms of Drunk Driving (DUI, DWI)
The following is a list of signs that people exhibit while driving under the influence (DUI). This list is based upon research conducted by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration:
- Turning with wide radius Straddling center of lane marker
- Appearing to be drunk
- Eye fixation
- Tightly gripping the steering wheel
- Slouching in the seat
- Gesturing erratically or obscenely
- Face close to the windshield
- Drinking in the car
- Driver's head protruding from the car
- Almost striking object or vehicle
- Weaving
- Driving on other than designated roadway
- Swerving
- Speed slower than 10 M.P.H. below limit
- Stopping in lane for no apparent reason
- Following too closely
- Drifting
- Tires on center or lane marker
- Braking erratically
- Driving into opposing or crossing traffic
- Slow response to traffic signals
- Signaling inconsistent with driving actions
- Stopping inappropriately (other than in traffic lane)
- Turning abruptly or illegally
- Accelerating or decelerating rapidly
- Headlights off at night
- Speeding
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