| In the year 2001
there were 1,530 traffic deaths in the state of Pennsylvania. 45%
of these were alcohol related.
In Pennsylvania the current blood alcohol content limit is .10.
If it is not lowered to .08 before October 1, 2004 the state risks a
loss of 4 percent of its federal highway construction funds.
If not lowered by 2005 6 percent and by 2006 8 percent. A 175
pound man would have to drink approximately 4 drinks in one hour to
reach a blood alcohol level of .08.
If you were involved in an accident involving a drunk motorist make
sure you follow the "10
Rules to follow if you are in an accident" and contact a
personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.
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