Most statistics show that about 80 percent of all DUI arrests are men and that men are involved in 79.5 percent of drunk driving fatalities. A few decades ago, the number of women arrested for DUI was even lower, having risen over the past 10-15 years. Unfortunately, virtually every aspect of a DUI, including field sobriety tests and breathalyzer tests, is geared toward males, meaning that a woman charged with DUI may be at an immediate disadvantage.
Breathalyzers treat each subject the same regardless of the known differences in how women metabolize alcohol as compared to men. There are other issues that place women at a disadvantage during a DUI stop as well. If you are a female facing DUI charges, it is important to speak to an experienced Aurora, IL criminal defense attorney as quickly as possible to ensure you receive the best defense available.