VA DMV VA DMV Alcohol and Drug Laws Questions and Answers

Question 1

In Virginia, what is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers 21 and older?

Accepted Answer

0.08%

Answer

0.10%

Answer

0.05%

Answer

0.06%

Question 2

What is the BAC limit for drivers under 21 years old in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

0.02%

Answer

0.08%

Answer

0.04%

Answer

0.00%

Question 3

What is the minimum jail time for a first DUI offense in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

No mandatory jail time

Answer

5 days

Answer

10 days

Answer

30 days

Question 4

How long is your driver's license suspended for a first DUI conviction in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

1 year

Answer

30 days

Answer

6 months

Answer

2 years

Question 5

What does Virginia's implied consent law mean?

Accepted Answer

You consent to a chemical test when lawfully arrested for DUI

Answer

You consent to a field sobriety test when stopped

Answer

You consent to vehicle searches at DUI checkpoints

Answer

You consent to roadside breathalyzer tests before arrest

Question 6

What penalty can result from refusing a breath or blood test after a DUI arrest in Virginia?

Accepted Answer

Civil offense with license suspension

Answer

No penalty — refusal is always allowed

Answer

A $100 fine only

Answer

Immediate criminal charge