It\u2019s almost impossible to know how many units of alcohol is your limit because each driver is different. There are a number of other factors which can change the effect alcohol has on your body such as:<\/p>\n

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• Weight<\/li>\n
• Age<\/li>\n
• Gender<\/li>\n
• Your own metabolism<\/li>\n
• What alcohol you have been drinking<\/li>\n
• Whether you\u2019ve eaten and what you\u2019ve eaten<\/li>\n
• Stress levels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  However the law states that the drink driving limit is 35 micrograms of alcohol in 100ml of breath, 80 milligrams of alcohol in 100ml of blood and 107 milligrams of alcohol in 100ml of urine.<\/p>\n

  How much is a unit of alcohol?<\/h3>\n

  A unit of alcohol shouldn\u2019t be used as a rule of thumb as to how much you can drink. Units are a way to tell how strong your drink is, for example in drink form a unit can look like half a pint or a 125ml glass of wine, but only 25ml of spirits.<\/p>\n

  What happens if I\u2019m caught?<\/h3>\n

  If you\u2019re suspected of driving under the influence and are pulled over, or involved in a road traffic accident of any sort the police will carry out a breath test at the side of the road. This will be done using a tool called a breathalyser.<\/p>\n

  If you haven\u2019t had a drink then you have nothing to worry about, however if you fail the breath test you will be taken to a police station where you will provide a final breath test. If you\u2019re found to be over the limit you will be charged.<\/p>\n

  What will happen if I\u2019m convicted of drink driving?<\/h3>\n

  If you are charged for driving under the influence of alcohol you could face a years driving ban, a fine of up to \u00a35,000, an endorsement on your driving licence for 11 years or three months\u2019 imprisonment.<\/p>\n

  You will have to notify your employer of you conviction, which could lead to the loss of your job and, ultimately your career. It could also have a negative impact on your relationship.<\/p>\n

  Our advice? Don\u2019t take the risk, there are plenty of ways to enjoy an alcohol free night, or stick to public transport – that\u2019s what it\u2019s there for.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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