What signs do people exhibit while driving under the influence of alcohol?
The following signs listed below are indicators that a person might be driving while intoxicated. This list is based upon research conducted by the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration: • Turning with wide radius straddling center of lane marker • “Appearing to be drunk” • Eye fixation • Tightly gripping the steering wheel • Slouching in the seat • Gesturing erratically or obscenely • Face close to the windshield • Drinking in the car • Driver’s head protruding from the car • Almost striking object or vehicle • Weaving • Driving on other than designated roadway • Swerving • Speed slower than 10 M.P.H. below limit • Stopping in lane for no apparent reason • Following too closely • Drifting • Tires on center or lane marker • Braking erratically • Driving into opposing or crossing traffic • Slow response to traffic signals • Signaling inconsistent with driving actions • Stopping inappropriately (other than in traffic lane) • Turning abruptly or illegally • Accelerating or de
