Drinking And Driving Statistics On The Decline

Perhaps it is the tougher laws that are deterring some drivers from drinking and then getting behind the wheel, or perhaps it is the cost of a DUI attorney and the amount of time and money that it takes to defend one's self. It is difficult to understand why the number of cases of driving under the influence are decreasing but most are happy about the trend and feel that at least in part it is the constant dialogue about the hazards of drinking and driving that are creating more awareness than ever before.
One thing is for certain this development sounds like a good one and one that might be making a lot more people safer however as this statistic of Drunk driving situations have been on a steady drop there is another statistic that is equally frightening and troubling that is going up and that is the one of distracted, irresponsible driving. Both of these terms seem to be used interchangeably at times to specify individuals who are driving without paying attention, typically as a result of texting or talking on a mobile phone.
Distracted driving is now being attributed to more vehicle related deaths then DUI deaths and unfortunately it is likely going to take some serious and tough legislation to nip this problem in the bud. It is a growing situation and one that has become a very serious threat and not just for teens and young adults. Actually many adults are actively talking on their telephones and texting while driving and they are not really able to focus on the road when they are engaged in these activities.
Studies have been done to show that most individuals have difficulty with very simple tasks related to driving when they are just talking on the telephone. If followed for a few miles most people on their cell phone will veer out of their lane or have difficulty maintaining their speed within just a few short minutes of distracted driving and since text messaging pulls their eyes from the road even more, this activity while driving is even more detrimental.
Sure you may perhaps be thinking that you are capable of using your cell phone and driving at the same time. But remember even if you can pull it off successfully most of the time, obviously just one slip up and your life can be irrevocably changed forever. DUI laws need to extend to distracted drivers as well and this will likely help to produce the changes that need to be made in order to save more lives.