DUI v. OUI v. DWI

BeerMoney · #1 07-27-2005, 07:53 AM

I know what they all stand for, but what's the difference? Do they differ by state?

DUI = Driving Under the Influence

OUI = Operating Under the Influence

DWI = Driving While Intoxicated

cpitt398 · #2 07-27-2005, 07:55 AM

all the same thing, just different names for different states.

ChipWrecked · #3 07-27-2005, 08:07 AM

I've heard that in some states DWI is a worse offense than DUI, but I can't verify that.

miajag81 · #4 07-27-2005, 08:11 AM

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I've heard that in some states DWI is a worse offense than DUI, but I can't verify that.

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That's how it is in Maryland - I thought it was that way everywhere.

OrangeHeat · #5 07-27-2005, 08:40 AM

In NY

DWI - Is driving while intoxicated on alcohol.
DUI - Is driving under the influence of any other drug.

DUI is a harsher penalty.

Orange

jakethebake · #6 07-27-2005, 08:53 AM

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Do they differ by state?

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Yes.