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Reading the New NTSB Proposed Changes to DUI Laws

The National Transportation Safety Board recently released a new report called “Reaching Zero: Actions to Eliminate Alcohol-Impaired Driving.” In that report, they urge state governments to consider reducing the minimum per se DUI blood alcohol content level from .08% to .05%.

But I never drink and drive! What does this have to do with me? This significant suggested change to the law has the potential to criminalize even a glass of wine with dinner — we’ll see whether Pennsylvania acts on these proposed changes. If they do, you can expect to see many more DUI arrests and prosecutions.