A study is described which reviewed the blood samples of all injured drivers found to have an illegal blood alcohol level, with the aim of identifying the rate and profile of repeat offenders. The study included samples collected over a 4 year period in the state of Victoria, Australia. The drink driving history of each individual was examined and 4 issues in particular examined - a) their respective blood alcohol levels, b) gender, c) age and d) the original blood alcohol content of repeat offenders. The results showed that the bulk of recidivist drink drivers are male, aged from 20 - 39, and likely to increase their blood alcohol content progressively as they continue to offend. The implications for the re-education of offenders are discussed.
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