When an individual drinks and drives they are not only impacting their immediate present in negative aspects, but also the future as well. Driving while under the influence of either alcohol or other drugs not only puts an individual at a heightened risk of being involved in an accident as well as all others around them, but also can easily result in the death of many. Drinking and driving is a serious crime throughout all 50 states within the United States, and has varying consequences in each and every one. However, can you rely on the future to make sure that your safe as well as not falsely accused of a DUI?

Ignition interlock devices is not a new idea or product when it comes down to drinking and driving. Usually, programs such as the ARD program, and others usually require that individuals install these devices into their vehicles. The ignition interlock device requires that a driver of a motor vehicle blow into a tube, similar to that of a breathalyzer. The device reads the individuals BAC, or blood alcohol content, and measures it just like a breathalyzer. If an individuals BAC is close or over the legal limit the motor vehicle will not start, which therefore helps rehabilitate individuals who have previously been charged or convicted of drinking and driving.

However, as we all know breathalyzers are not the most reliable pieces of technology, which can easily give faulty results. Yet, how does all of this impact the average sober motor vehicle operator? Recently, the organization known as MADD, or Mother’s Against Drunk Driving, has been trying to lobby and push for ignition interlock devices to not only be required in all vehicles of DUI abusers, but ultimately be placed in all vehicles upon production.

Many mixed opinions and ideas have left many scratching their heads about this idea and the suggestion altogether. But, how would this impact everyone overall? Many things contribute to your body’s pH scale, which is directly correlated to that of an individual’s BAC. So when you eat certain foods, brush your teeth, and even drink some other beverages that are not alcohol your body’s pH changes. However, these changes can be seen and especially felt when it comes down to ignition interlock devices. Hypothetically, you could simply eat a sandwich and it would make your BAC rise, and ultimately would keep your car from starting.

When you have been charged with a criminal offense, you want an experienced defense lawyer protecting your rights every step of the way. I am attorney Michael V. Worgul, and from my offices in Pittsburgh, I have dedicated my entire career to criminal defense. Having handled over 1,000 cases, I know what to expect in court and I am not afraid of a challenge. To start your case call 1-855-DUI-CRIM today!

As we learn from an early age for doing bad things, or doing wrong we will in the end receive punishment that is deemed appropriate for each bad thing like being sat in a corner for a period of time, or being grounded. When we become adults we learn there is a corner all right, and that corner has a name, prison. When a law is broken individuals have to deal with the consequences of breaking that law that vary from fines, community service, and jail time. However, what happens when it affects your personal property as well?

Many throughout Pennsylvania know ignition interlock devices. The devices are installed into vehicles and require the driver of the motor vehicle to blow into the tube portion of the device in order to get a blood alcohol content (BAC) reading. If the results show the driver is within the legal limit the vehicle will start, if not the vehicle will remain parked and not functional.

In the past, individuals who are repeated offenders of drinking and driving have the device installed in their vehicles. However, Pennsylvania is now looking to a new year, and new laws. Currently, Connecticut recently adopted a new law that required all DUI offenders to have ignition interlock devices, which now Pennsylvania might be looking to do the same.

Although this seems like a good idea to increase the safety potential for all drivers in Pennsylvania, some are not looking at it that way. Some believe that by giving the punishment for all DUIs the device it eliminates the distinction between one and multiple DUIs.

Currently, half of all states within the country use the device as a punishment for the occurrence of more than one DUI per individual.

Inevitably, safety is what comes first whether it includes an interlock device or not individuals should always remember that drinking and driving simply just do not mix. When behind the wheel of a car make sure to always put the safety of yourself and others up to the utmost importance.

When you have been charged with a criminal offense, you want an experienced defense lawyer protecting your rights every step of the way. I am attorney Michael V. Worgul, and from my offices in Pittsburgh, I have dedicated my entire career to criminal defense. Having handled over 1,000 cases, I know what to expect in court and I am not afraid of a challenge. To start your case call 1-855-DUI-CRIM today