PA DMV Alcohol, Drugs, and Driving in Pennsylvania

Question 1

In Pennsylvania, what is the legal Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) limit for drivers 21 years of age and older?

Accepted Answer

0.08%

Answer

0.05%

Answer

0.10%

Answer

0.12%

Question 2

What BAC level is considered 'General Impairment' for a DUI charge in Pennsylvania?

Accepted Answer

0.08% to 0.099%

Answer

0.02% to 0.049%

Answer

0.05% to 0.079%

Answer

0.10% to 0.159%

Question 3

Under Pennsylvania's zero tolerance law, what BAC level can result in a DUI charge for a driver under 21 years old?

Accepted Answer

0.02% or higher

Answer

0.08% or higher

Answer

0.05% or higher

Answer

0.01% or higher

Question 4

What is the BAC threshold for the 'High BAC' tier of DUI in Pennsylvania?

Accepted Answer

0.10% to 0.159%

Answer

0.08% to 0.099%

Answer

0.16% or higher

Answer

0.20% or higher

Question 5

In Pennsylvania, if you refuse a chemical test (breath, blood, or urine) after a lawful DUI arrest, what happens to your license?

Accepted Answer

License suspended for 12 months for first offense

Answer

Nothing — refusal cannot be penalized

Answer

License suspended for 6 months for first offense

Answer

License revoked permanently

Question 6

Which of the following is classified as the 'Highest BAC' tier for DUI in Pennsylvania?

Accepted Answer

0.16% or higher

Answer

0.10% to 0.159%

Answer

0.12% or higher

Answer

0.20% or higher

Question 7

How long is the license suspension for a first-offense DUI conviction in the General Impairment tier in Pennsylvania?

Accepted Answer

No suspension — only fines

Answer

30 days

Answer

6 months

Answer

12 months