Across the United States, driving under the influence remains a pressing concern. In 2024, 11,904 people died in crashes involving an alcohol-impaired driver.
These deaths accounted for 30% of traffic deaths based on the report by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Overall traffic deaths are trending downward. NHTSA’s early estimate shows 36,640 people died in traffic crashes in 2025. That represents a 6.7% decrease from the number of fatalities in 2024. [Read more…] about How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record?