Alcohol and Drugs

Question 1

What does CA;s DUI laws apply to?

Answer 1

• both drugs and alcohol

- it is illegal to drive under the influence that affects your ability to drive safely

Question 2

Illegal Drugs vs Medication

Answer 2

There is no difference under the law, both can affect your ability to drive safely

Question 3

No matter what age you are it is illegal to drive after:

Answer 3

• drinking excessive amounts of alcohol in any form
• taking any drug that affects your ability to drive
• using any combination of alcohol or drugs that decreases your ability to drive safely

Question 4

Explain the possession of alcohol or cannabis products in a vehicle

Answer 4

• illegal to drink alcohol or smoke or eat cannabis while you are driving or riding as a passenger

Question 5

If you are carrying any alcohol or can products they must be///

Answer 5

• sealed, full and unopened

- if it is open it must be in the trunk, or place where passengers do not sit

Question 6

If you are over 21 it is illegal for you to drive if you have a Blood Alcohol Concertation (BAC) of:

Answer 6

.08% or higher

Question 7

If you are under 21 it is illegal for you to drive if you have a Blood Alcohol Concertation (BAC) of:

Answer 7

.01% or higher

Question 8

If you are any age with a DUI probation it is illegal for you to drive if you have a Blood Alcohol Concertation (BAC) of:

Answer 8

.01& or higher

Question 9

If you are driving a vehicle with a commercial license/driving a passenger for higher it is illegal for you to drive if you have a Blood Alcohol Concertation (BAC) of:

Answer 9

.04% or higher

Question 10

Can you be charged with a DUI if BACs are lower than illegal amounts?

Answer 10

• yes, depending on how badly you are impaired, you may be arrested or convicted of a DUI even without a BAC measurement

Question 11

When you drive in CA you consent to what types of test if law enforcement suspects you of DUI?

Answer 11

• breath
• bood
• urine

Question 12

What will happen if you refuse to take a breath, blood or urin test?

Answer 12

-DMV will suspend or revoke your driving privilege

Question 13

If you are arrested for a DUI:

Answer 13

• Ca requires DMV to suspend your driving privilege
• the law enforcement officer may take your license and give you a temporary drivers license for 30 days
• you may request a hearing within 10 days from the date of your arrest

Question 14

How long do DUIs remain on your record?

Answer 14

10 years

Question 15

What are some additional rule for possession of alcohol under 21 years old

Answer 15

• you may not carry liquor or beer or wine unless someone is 21 years old is with you
• must be full sealed or unopened
• if you are caught with alcohol, vehicle will be impounded up to 30 days and court will fine you up to 1000 and suspend license for 1 year

Question 16

What are some additional rule for consumption of alcohol under 21 years old

Answer 16

• if you are suspected of DUI, you will be required to take test
• if you are convicted, your license may be revoked for a year
• if it is first offense, you must complete DUI program