D.U.I. (glossary of legal terms - definition of dui)

DUI stands for driving under the influence of alcohol or drug including prescription drugs.

Related terms: driving while intoxicated, drunk driving, operating under the influence, drinking and driving, drink-driving, impaired driving, driving while intoxicated, dwi.

Most vehicles are concerned: any motor vehicle such as car, motocycle, bicycle, boat, airplane, tractor, even wheelchair...

DUI is a crime in most states and most countries. Complete intoxication is not required; the level of alcohol or drugs in the driver's body must simply be enough to prevent him from thinking clearly or driving safely.