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Can a person be guilty of drunk driving if he only had one drink?
Asked on Apr 03rd, 2013 on DUI/DWI - Texas
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I was pulled over by police awhile back and issued a DUI. I argued with the officer that I had only consumed one 12oz beer. Not enough to put me over the legal limit. The officer ticketed and detained me to the "sober tank" anyways.
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Yes a person can be intoxicated after one drink if they do not have a tolerance at all.
Answered on Apr 04th, 2013 at 7:58 PM
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If you are under 21, yes. All that must be proven is a detectable amount of alcohol, since any amount is illegal in a minor. A ticket for minor DUI in Texas is not a DWI. It is a fine only offense, with a possible 60 day driver's license suspension.
Answered on Apr 04th, 2013 at 1:38 AM