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Objective: To analyze variables associated with recurrence of blood alcohol content (BAC)-related traffic violations among drivers in southern Brazil. Method: This cross-sectional study included 12,204 driving-under-the-influence (DUI) offenders according to data provided by the Rio Grande do Sul state Transportation Department. Sociodemographic characteristics, license duration, license category, and psychological assessment results were analyzed. Drivers convicted of DUI more than once in 2009/2010 were considered recidivists. Variables were evaluated using descriptive statistical analysis and Poisson regression, adjusted by sex, age, and education level. Results: A total of 538 (4.41%) drivers were considered recidivists. The following variables showed the strongest associations with recidivism: being aged 41-50 years (prevalence ratio [PR] = 3.41), being licensed for o 12 years (PR = 1.86), being licensed for motorcycles, cars and trucks (PR = 1.36), having a license with psychological restrictions (PR = 1.33), and driving a truck or a similar vehicle at the moment of notification (PR = 1.08). Conclusions: In the age group with the highest risk for recurrence, drivers showed a higher probability of having a diagnosis of alcohol dependence and other psychiatric comorbidities that hinder the control of alcohol use. Psychological assessments seem to be important in predicting repeat offenses, especially when limited aptitudes are suspected, and should therefore be better investigated.

O objetivo deste trabalho é realizar uma revisão Integrativa, a fim de apresentar estatísticas do estado do Rio Grande do Sul e avaliar os impactos da depressão associados a acidentes com motociclistas. Este artigo é resultado de uma pesquisa qualitativa, a partir de uma revisão sistemática. A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de consulta a publicações de autores de referência na área e posterior leitura crítica dos títulos e dos resumos. Como critérios de inclusão das referências bibliográficas, foram utilizados artigos científicos publicados em idioma Português, nas bases de dados Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO), PUBMED e Literatura Latino Americana em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS). Como descritores para busca bibliográfica foram utilizados: “Motocicleta” e “Acidente”. Nos dias atuais o fator “tempo” e a rapidez que este indivíduo irá conduzir seu veículo, independente se o uso é pessoal ou a trabalho, é considerado por muitos como “mais precioso” que sua própria vida. Fator este que o leva a conduzir seu veículo além da velocidade permitida, por necessidade ou não, comportando-se de maneira a não identificar o estabelecido pela lei.Sugere-se que novos estudos sejam realizados com esses instrumentos a fim de aprimorar as suas qualidades, por meio das adaptações necessárias, ou com a construção de outras medidas que avaliem esta realidade.

Background In Brazil, drivers are subject to arrest if they are found driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over 0.06%. At BACs between 0.02% and 0.06%, they have their driver's license withheld. The use of a field sobriety test would be an appropriate alternative in the absence of a breathalyzer or to test for other psychoactive substances. This study reflects the first experience with the Standardised Field Sobriety Test (SFST) in Brazil. Aim To determine the accuracy of the application of the first Standardised Field Sobriety Test conducted in Brazil. Method During police roadblocks, self-trained researchers applied the SFST on volunteer drivers (N=718), using the standardised 3-test battery (Horizontal-Gaze-Nystagmus, Walk-and-Turn, One-Leg Stand). A questionnaire on alcohol consumption and driver behaviour was conducted by researchers and the breathalyzer test was conducted by police officers (16.4% refused to perform it). Results The breathalyzer test confirmed that of the drivers with BAC above 0.08%, 86% failed in the SFST, which resulted in 58% accuracy. However, considering the BAC limit in Brazil (0.06%), we have similar accuracy (57.9%): 70% of the drivers failed at least one of the standardised 3-test. These tests were conducted in two rounds, allowing researchers to hone their skills, which resulted in higher accuracy in the second round (65.1%). Significance The SFSTs are valid tests that are feasible to use in field situations in Brazil, serving as indicators of the presence of alcohol or other substances. The use of the SFST as legal evidence could improve enforcement in Brazil.