DUI Rhode Island Drug & Alcohol Rehab Treatment
The state of Rhode Island passed its prohibition law in 1852, and it lasted about twelve years. Unfortunately, the state has one of the worst drinking and driving statistics in the United States. Many jurisdictions in Rhode Island can still vote to stop the sale of liquor. Rhode Island has gotten a recent reputation of being one of the only states that has the highest rate of refusal for people not wanting to take the blood alcohol content tests. In fact, 84% of drunk drivers who were charged and convicted refused to be tested. The state has also been placed at the top for alcohol related traffic fatalities.
DUI in Rhode Island means Driving While Intoxicated, meaning not having the normal use of your mental and physical abilities due to any form of drug or alcohol use. It is important to notice that it applies to people addicted to drugs or alcohol. Every citizen who does receive a license in Rhode Island automatically gives consent for BAC, or Blood Alcohol Content Tests. This means that your blood, breath, and urine can be tested if you are under the suspicion of being under the influence of either drugs or alcohol. The ‘per-se’ law of Rhode Island is, if your blood alcohol content is that of .08%, you can be charged with a criminal offense. This percentage constitutes that of being impaired, and you can also be prosecuted while driving under the influence. This can only happen if you are proven to have been driving in an unsafe manner.
The evidence that can be used is the following:
- Slurred speech
- Blood shot/watery eyes
- Un-balanced co-ordination
- Hazardous driving
- Field sobriety tests
Even if you have not been drinking, but are under the influence of some benign substance or source, you can still be charged, and your license can be subject to automatic license removal.
The drunk driving laws of Rhode Island consist of all drivers with a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher, will be charged. Any driver who is under the age of 21 and has a blood alcohol content of .02% will be charged. Any drivers of commercial vehicles with a blood alcohol content of .04% or higher will also be charged and convicted of a DUI. The state of Rhode Island has been working to stiffen DUI laws and is taking a zero tolerance approach to the matter. This it to help reduce the alcohol related traffic deaths all throughout the state.
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Works Cited - DUI-Help.com 1997, 19 June 2009 http://dui-help.com/rhode-island/
United States DUI Laws 2006, 19 June 2009 http://dui.drivinglaws.org/risland.php
List of DUI/DWI Drug Rehab Centers in Rhode Island
CODAC Cranston Outpatient Drug Free
CODAC, a non-profit organization based in Cranston, Rhode Island, has provided treatment, recovery and prevention services to individuals, families and communities for almost 40 years. With five convenient locations, CODAC is uniquely positioned to provide a wide range of outpatient recovery, treatment and prevention services to those struggling with the challenges of substance abuse, behavioral healthcare issues, and other addictive or abusive behaviors. CODAC emphasizes compassionate, personalized and supportive programming.
Cranston | RI | (401) 461-5056 | (401) 461-5056
Bridgemark Inc
Thirty-five years ago, a small group of forward thinking citizens created a place to house a few men dedicated to living a sober life style. In a small cottage, given by one of the founders, these few men assisted one another in the search for sobriety. By their efforts they established what has become Bridgemark, a comprehensive treatment center serving individuals and families with alcoholism and other addictions.
Warwick | RI | (401) 781-2700 | (401) 781-2700x0 | This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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