CHP Vehicle Codes and Regulations 3

Question 1

Under California law, what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is the legal limit for non-commercial adult drivers age 21 and over?

Accepted Answer

0.08%

Answer

CVC 23152 makes it unlawful for a person 21 or older to drive with a BAC of 0.08% or higher.

Question 2

What BAC limit applies to drivers under 21 years of age in California under the Zero Tolerance Law?

Accepted Answer

0.01%

Answer

CVC 23136 establishes a 0.01% BAC limit for drivers under 21, making any detectable alcohol effectively prohibited.

Question 3

Under California's Implied Consent Law (CVC 23612), what is the consequence for a first-time DUI arrestee who refuses a chemical test?

Accepted Answer

A one-year administrative license suspension

Answer

CVC 23612 mandates a one-year administrative license suspension for a first refusal to submit to a chemical test after a lawful DUI arrest.

Question 4

What is the BAC limit for commercial vehicle drivers under California law?

Accepted Answer

0.04%

Answer

CVC 23152(d) prohibits commercial vehicle drivers from operating with a BAC of 0.04% or higher due to the greater risk posed by large vehicles.

Question 5

During the first 12 months of a provisional license, a California driver under 18 may NOT transport passengers under age 20 unless:

Accepted Answer

A licensed driver age 25 or older is present in the vehicle

Answer

CVC 12814.6 prohibits provisional holders from transporting passengers under 20 during the first 12 months unless a licensed driver age 25 or older is present.

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CHP Vehicle Codes and Regulations 3