Question

If a person does not have the normal use of mental or physical faculties because they have been drinking alcohol, they would legally be considered: criminally negligent intoxicated normal none of the above

Answer 1

The answer is b) Intoxicated


Many people might think the answer is A) Criminally Negligent, but that is incorrect.

A person might considered Criminally Negligent if they were in a position of responsibility, but due to intoxication cannot fulfill that responsibility properly.
For example, while driving a car, train or a public bus.

This is because, their intoxication can actually cause accidents and even fatal injuries. 

However, if the person is just walking home, or with friends, or is not driving, they will simply be considered intoxicated.