Definition: Penalties for drunk driving in many states are increased depending on several factors, including a blood alcohol content over .15 or .20, driving over a certain speed, having minors in the car, refusing to take a chemical test, having a traffic accident, or having prior convictions.
Also Known As: Enhancements, High BAC
Examples:
Under the enhanced penalty law, he got twice the usual fine because his children were in the car when he was stopped for DUI.
