Forbes Magazine recently published a study that ranked all fifty states from worst to best for drunk driving. Georgia ranked low in the overall national count at number 40. The worst state was Montana followed by South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming and North Dakota.
Despite widespread efforts by the federal government to educate the public on the dangers of drunk driving, far too many people continue to ignore the trend. More than two-fifths (42.18%) of drivers have witnessed a friend or family member drive after they’ve had more than one alcoholic drink, according to a recent Forbes Advisor survey of 10,000 licensed drivers.
Even one alcoholic drink can impair a person’s ability to drive, by causing a loss of judgment and a decline in visual functions. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or higher is illegal in all 50 states, except in Utah where the BAC limit is 0.05. People weighing up to 200 pounds can hit the legal limit with as little as four drinks.
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