Posted On: December 2, 2008, 1:08 pm CST

Posted By: Dread

The only problem with drunk drivers is the COURT SYSTEM. Too many alleged judges allow multiple offenses with little or no consequence. There is no acceptable explanation why someone with multiple convictions is still behind the wheel of a car. If existing laws were enforced with severe penalties we might see progress. Here's what it will take:

First offense: Revocation of driving priviledges for 6 months, a $1,000 fine, and 5-day mandatory jail sentence.

Second offense: Loss of license for 3 years; $5,000 fine, 30-days mandatory jail time, impound ANY VEHICLE the person is driving for 90-days.

Third offense: Loss of license for life. $10,000 fine, 1 year mandatory jail time, seizure and sale of ANY VEHICLE the person is driving.

Sound Draconian? Perhaps, but for idiots who just keep spitting in the face of the law that's the only thing that will get their attention. People will think twice about lending a car to a drinker as well. If society considers DUI a serious issue, let's make the punishment just as serious.