Unbelievably, nearly one in three of all fatal auto accidents in the past ten years had involved alcohol. An alcohol detection device might have been installed in their vehicle to stop more than one in four of those deadly collisions, according to a recent survey. For a free legal consultation, call Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 after reading on for more information.
There is a chance to save over 9,000 lives
In the United States alone, an alcohol-detection system of the kind that assesses if a person has consumed alcohol and disallows them from operating a motor vehicle if they are above the legal limit, has the potential to avert the loss of more than 9,000 lives annually. According to research by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, this is the case. That would represent more than 25% of all fatal auto accidents involving drunk driving.
Thirty percent of all fatal car accidents in the US include alcohol
Alcohol has been a contributing factor in at least 30% of fatal auto accidents annually for the past ten years. Every year, more than a million intoxicated drivers are detained by the police. It seems like it might be plain sense to place a technology in automobiles that might automatically deter people from operating them while intoxicated.
These are the identical gadgets that must be fitted for DUI offenders, according to the law. They connect to a breathalyzer and are known as ignition interlock systems. Before the car begins, the driver must blow into the device and be within the limit.
Would people be open to this change?
Of course, the real question is whether Americans would be in favor of installing these products. After all, it might be considered a privacy invasion. However, ten years ago, when asked if they would support the installation of these systems provided they were accurate, quick, and not unduly intrusive, over 66 percent of all American drivers responded in favor.
Some automakers, like as Volvo, have attempted to provide similar interlock mechanisms as options. A passive alcohol sensor that measures the ambient air in the car to gauge the driver’s level of intoxication is also being tested by the Driver Alcohol Detection System for Safety (DADSS).
If you were hurt or affected by a drunk driving accident, contact an attorney right away
Support for these devices, according to our research, frequently depends on the individual’s personal experience with drunk driving. In general, people who have lost a loved one in this kind of disaster would do anything to bring them back. We are unable to help you with that, but we can assist with closure and financial recovery. Call the Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas right away for a free legal consultation at 909-982-0707.
