what the difference is between DUI, DWI, and OWI in the USA?
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It’s as simple as different places calling it different things.
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in the US is a state-regulated thing. Each state has the right to pass its own laws when it comes to driving while intoxicated (DWI), and no two jurisdictions will regulate operating while impaired (OWI) in the same way – the limits, enforcement, and penalties can all vary. But in addition to the exact legal definition of and penalties for driving while ability impaired (DWAI), the exact terminology used to describe the crime of operating a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant (OVUII) varies from state to state. That’s why it seems like there are tons of different terms to describe the singular crime of operating a motor vehicle while impaired (OMVI).
Just remember, despite what the french language may tell you, you should never OUI (operate under the influence) while in public. Or in private, for that matter.
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