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Understanding the Prevalence of Drunk Driving Fatalities
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about 28 people die in drunk driving crashes every day in the U.S.
Drunk driving fatalities are preventable and can be significantly reduced if every motorist did their part in driving responsibly. Even with national campaigns such as “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving,” these types of accidents are still taking a person’s life every 52 minutes. Here are the stats you should know.
Missouri Drunk Driving Stats
This infographic illustrates how Missouri measures in national comparison when it comes to drunk driving:
Missouri Crash Stats
- 240 people died in alcohol-impaired crashes
- 26.1% of all vehicle crash fatalities were due to drunk driving accidents
- 21 people under age 21 were killed in alcohol-impaired accidents
Repeat Drunk Driving Offenders
- 28.6% of drivers in fatal drunk driving crashes were repeat offenders with a BAC between .08 and .14
- 78.6% of drivers in fatal drunk driving crashes were repeat offenders with a BAC of .15 or higher
Latest Data: 2018
Injured in a Car Crash? Meyerkord & Kurth Can Help.
Being involved in a car crash is a devastating experience — and when it involves sustaining a severe injury, it can be both physically and mentally challenging. Recovering from a serious injury can also mean the financial stresses of long-term treatments, therapies, and medical visits.
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