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  What happens at the various levels of blood alcohol content (B.A.C.)?

Compiled by Jon Weeldreyer, MA, LLP, CAC

.02-.04     1 - 2 drinks, people begin to feel relaxed, happy, lowered inhibitions
   
.04-.08   Impairment begins, poor coordination, reflexes, and muscle control, loss of self-control, and driving capability
   
.08-.10   Legally intoxicated in almost all states and the District of Columbia
   
.10-.15   Loss of balance, impaired movement, and slightly slurred speech
   
.15-.25   Slurred speech, staggering, confusion, loss of perception (color and depth), vision problems, double vision
   
.25-.40   Most people are in a state of stupor and barely conscious, some may die
   
.40-.50+   Most people are unconscious, the respiratory system shuts off, and death is likely
 

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