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Is drunk driving a federal crime?
Is drunk driving a federal crime? I was recently charged with this offense, but I’m not sure what it means and what the consequences might be.
Rob Shapiro · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Drunk driving can include other charges, like reckless driving, so determining if it’s a federal crime needs to be based on the specifics of a charge and your situation.
Of course, a drunk driving charge on federal land can usually result in it being a federal crime. Federal land can include:
- Military bases
- National parks
- Airports
- National monuments
- Post offices
Another consequence of any driving infraction is higher
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