Shocking Drunk Driving Accident Statistics

Drunk Driving Statistics

Drunk driving reduces the function of the brain, impairs a person’s abilities, and impacts their reasoning and muscle coordination. These are all essential abilities a person needs when operating a motor vehicle. Below our Arizona car accident attorneys have put together shocking facts about drunk driving accidents:

• About one-third of all fatal traffic accidents in the United States involve drunk drivers with a Blood Alcohol Concentration level (BAC) of .08 g/dL or higher.

• In 2019, there were 10,142 people killed in preventable car accidents related to drunk driving.

• Over the last ten-year period, more than 100,000 people lost their lives in drunk-driving-related crashes.

• It is illegal to drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs in every state but accidents still occur daily.

• Even a small amount of alcohol can affect a person’s ability to drive. In 2019, there were 1,775 people killed in drunk-driving accidents where the driver only had a BAC of .01 to .07 g/dL in their system.

All of these statistics were found by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

What Should I Do If I Was Injured in a Drunk Driving Accident?

If you were injured in an accident caused by a drunk driver, you have rights that protect you. You can file a personal injury lawsuit to secure the compensation you deserve for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, along with pain and suffering. However, this is a situation you shouldn’t handle alone. Our team at Suzuki Law Offices can help you get the compensation you deserve.