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Abstract: 

Several studies cited in this disquieting article support the idea that bicycling under the influence (BUI) is a safety problem in need of recognition. Intoxicated cyclists are overrepresented among cycling fatalities. Beyond the dangers caused by alcohol intoxication, it seems likely that intoxication is associated with behaviors that otherwise increase the risks of injury while bicycling such as riding without a helmet, riding at night, and riding without proper reflective gear or lights. The article continues with a look at BUI laws and statues, public policy, case law trends and the need for BUI to be recognized as a distinct public policy issue that deserves its own solution.

Keywords: Montesano v. Wells, 902 P.2d 1266; Uniform Vehicle Code; Everton v. DC; State v. Howard; Lincoln v. Johnston; Ohio v. Hilderbrand; State v. Woodruff; Commonwealth v. Sheriff; Commonwealth v. Brown; State v. Bordeaux; State v. Carr

Affiliations:  1: The League of American Bicyclists.