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While this sounds super bad, you have to remember when DUI or DWI was invented in the USA, most states had a legal limit of .15, which is almost twice the current legal limit of .08.

While Mesa Councilman Ryan Winkle's blood-alcohol of .22 is high compared to the current legal limit of .08, it ain't that bad compared to the original legal limit of .15.

Personally I think driving drunk or stoned is stupid. But I also think it should be legal. I also think that if you get in an accident you should be liable for the damages you cause.

I also think that the main purpose the government uses the DUI laws for is to raise revenue, not protect us from dangerous drivers.

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Arrested Mesa councilman's BAC found to be a 'super extreme' 0.22 percent

Jessica Boehm , The Republic | azcentral.com Published 5:31 p.m. MT May 23, 2017

Mesa Councilman Ryan Winkle's blood-alcohol content was nearly three times the legal limit when he was arrested on suspicion of DUI earlier this month, Tempe police said Tuesday afternoon.

A BAC level of 0.22 is considered "super extreme," which means penalties could range from 45 days to six months in jail if he is convicted.

The legal limit for a BAC level is 0.08 percent.

Winkle, who is currently on a voluntary suspension from the council, was pulled over by Tempe police about 1 a.m. May 7, after an officer saw him nearly hit three pedestrians, according to the Tempe police report.

In the body-camera video of his arrest, Winkle told officers multiple times that he had not been drinking.

This is Winkle's second DUI arrest with a reported BAC level higher than 0.2. He served 45 days in jail in 2009.

In a press conference last week, Winkle announced his voluntary suspension and apologized to his "fellow Mesans."

"You, the voters of District 3, have bestowed a great honor upon me and I have disappointed you. To you I say directly: I am very sorry," he said.

Winkle's attorney, John Phebus, issued the following statement Tuesday on the councilman's behalf:

"Councilman Winkle’s blood test result of a .220 is consistent with a violation of Arizona’s misdemeanor DUI law. This is not a felony.

"From the beginning, Ryan has accepted responsibility and cooperated with the authorities. He will continue to do so and will do everything in his power to demonstrate to his constituents and to the City of Mesa that he is worthy of their continued trust. All parties expect a speedy resolution of this case."