The police should come to any accident caused by a drunk driver. Once they work with other first responders to make sure that all injured persons are safe and transported for medical care, they will likely test the suspected drunk driver’s BAC and depending on the result, charge him or her with DUI.In most cases, a first-time DUI is a misdemeanor criminal offense. Penalties for the driver may include loss of license, payment of fines, probation, and even jail time (penalties can be more severe if serious injury or a fatality is involved). The purpose of anti-DUI laws is to deter drunk driving and to punish those who engage in such behavior.However, it is not the role of the police and the criminal courts to help a victim be reimbursed for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other monetary damages. This is the work of a personal injury attorney. They will protect your rights and ensure that you get fully compensated through the civil court system, which is separate from any criminal DUI case.