Virginia DUI Includes Non-Cars

Did you know that you can be guilty of Virginia DUI for driving something other than a car?

An Ohio man apparently didn’t realize this fact in his state, when he drove a motorized bar stool after drinking. The state is trying to sell the bar stool to raise money for the local child support agency.

Virginia’s DUI statute covers operating motor vehicles, engines, or trains. The DUI statute specifically includes mopeds, even though the general definition of “motor vehicle” excludes them.

As you can see, driving under the influence encompasses much more than just cars. You could be charged with DUI for riding a moped, a go kart, or a farm tractor down the road.

The best advice for anyone who has been drinking is not to drive anything. Call a cab or walk.