When you drink alcohol, it is absorbed into your bloodstream and travels to your brain, where it slows down the processing of information and affects your judgment, reaction time, and coordination. This impairment can increase the risk of being involved in a car crash, even if you only have a small amount of alcohol in your system.
In the United States, the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is generally 0.08% for most drivers, although some states have lower limits for drivers under the age of 21. However, even below this limit, your driving abilities can be impaired and your risk of a crash can increase.
For these reasons, it is always best to avoid driving if you have had any alcohol. If you are unsure whether you are safe to drive, you should err on the side of caution and find another way to get home.
