In which situation is a driver considered to be under the influence?

A driver is considered under the influence when impaired by illegal drugs. Caffeine does not by itself make someone legally under the influence, and being below the legal blood-alcohol limit is not enough to establish that status. Over-the-counter medication can affect driving, but taking it does not automatically mean the driver is under the influence; the effect and applicable law matter.

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