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How to Spot an Impaired
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How to Spot An Impaired Driver
Remember - lots of times it's not
just the impaired driver or passengers of that vehicle that get
hurt, but the innocent drivers around them. That's why it's so important
to drive defensively and be aware of other drivers that may have
been drinking.
Exaggerated or unusual driving can be a good warning
signal that a driver is impaired. If you suspect someone is impaired,
drive defensively, allowing plenty of space between you and the
suspected car to avoid a collision. Look for these signs:
- unreasonably fast or slow speeds
or inconsistency in speeds
- frequent lane changing
- swerving when passing
- ignoring traffic signals and signs
- jerky starts and stops
- driving at night without lights
- approaching traffic signals and signs unreasonably
fast or slow
- sitting at stop signs for long periods of time
- driving too close to the curbs and shoulders; hugging
the edge of the road or straddling the center line
- driving with the windows down in cold weather
- driving with the head partly or completely out
the window
If you are concerned about a driver:
- do not confront the driver
- get the license plate number and description of
the vehicle
- call 911, local authorities or state patrol to
report your concern (many states have a special number you can
dial from your cell phone to report suspicious driver activity)
Click
here for information
about how to stop a friend
from driving
impaired.
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