Federal · Title 18 — Crimes and Criminal Procedure

18 U.S.C. § 342: Operation of a common carrier under the influence of alcohol or drugs

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What this law says, in plain English

Operating or directing operation of a common carrier while under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances is a criminal offense punishable by up to 15 years imprisonment and/or fines.

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Whoever operates or directs the operation of a common carrier while under the influence of alcohol or any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act ( 21 U.S.C. 802 )), shall be imprisoned not more than fifteen years or fined under this title, or both.

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