MA DMV Alcohol, Drugs, and Impaired Driving 2

Question 1

A first OUI offense in Massachusetts with no injuries can result in:

Accepted Answer

Up to 2.5 years in jail, fines up to $5,000, and license suspension of up to 1 year

Answer

Only a fine with no license suspension

Answer

Community service only

Answer

A warning and mandatory counseling

Question 2

What is 'Melanie's Law' in Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

A law strengthening OUI penalties and requiring ignition interlocks for repeat offenders

Answer

A law requiring seatbelts for all passengers

Answer

A law banning texting while driving

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A law lowering the BAC limit to 0.05%

Question 3

How long is the license suspension for a second OUI conviction in Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

6 months

Answer

1 year

Answer

Permanent revocation

Question 4

An ignition interlock device (IID) requires a driver to:

Accepted Answer

Blow into a breathalyzer — if alcohol is detected, the car will not start

Answer

Show a valid license before the car starts

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Enter a PIN code instead of using a key

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Call a hotline before starting the vehicle

Question 5

Marijuana use and driving in Massachusetts:

Accepted Answer

Can still result in an OUI charge if you are impaired while driving

Answer

Is legal since recreational marijuana is legal in the state

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Is only illegal within 30 minutes of consumption

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Is subject to the same 0.08% BAC testing standard

Question 6

What is the minimum age to purchase alcohol legally in Massachusetts?

Accepted Answer

21

Answer

18

Answer

19

Answer

20