That was funny, think I might have had to pop her one, although I'm a woman and do all the driving when Hubby is with me, and other times also. And no I don't support drinking and driving, nor hitting women, I think this would change my mind no matter the sex of the passenger.
After all I think the above story was to make us laugh, doubt anyone would be stupid enough to mouth off like that, or ride with a drinking driver.
Him having to pay all the fines would cut into her spending money.