A grieving mother is backing calls for much tougher penalties for driving under the influence of drugs. www.7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS | 7NEWS Melbourne

What’s the difference between a DUI and a DWI? DUI: driving under the influence. Generally, people under the legal drinking age who are found to have consumed any amount of alcohol can be charged with DUIs. DWI: driving while intoxicated. People of all ages may be charged with a DWI if they are unable to perform their mental and physical capacities to the normal level due to alcohol and drugs. They may also be charged with a DWI if their BAC level is .08 or more. #dwi #dui #drunkdriving #driving

Driving Under the Influence...the aftermath has serious consequences. | LAPD Headquarters

Driving while high or under the influence of drugs seriously impairs your driving skills and makes it harder to stay safe on the road. Driving under the influence of drugs is illegal and carries the same weight as driving under the influence of alcohol. Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputies will be out in full force, patrolling the streets and looking for drivers operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Stay safe this New Year's Eve and celebrate wisely to avoid a DUI.