With ride-share services appealing increasingly to late-night partygoers, Uber seems to be taking more seriously the risks associated with these passengers—particularly the drunk ones. Uber’s recent moves, including potentially developing artificial intelligence to identify intoxicated passengers, are creating a new set of questions: Is it too late to remove the ride-sharing safety net, and how will restaurants, bars, and community at large be impacted?

Indeed, ride-sharing services like Uber serve over 75 million active monthly riders and provide a valuable safety resource for their customers and the community. While not all users are drunk, ride-share providers definitely appeal to those who had a few cocktails. These patrons can present a variety of difficulties, including dangerous behaviors that can manifest in their drivers’ vehicles.

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