Question | Answer |
What factors determine one's BAC (Blood Alcohol Level)? | quantity of alcohol, body weight, how quickly it was consumed, and food eaten |
If someone is OVER 21, it is illegal to have what % of BAC? | 0.08% or higher |
If someone is UNDER 21, it is illegal to have what % of BAC? | 0.01% |
What happens if you refuse to take a breath test? | loss of driving privileges for 7 months to 1 year, and a charge of $1,000 for 3 years |
One drink equals..... | 1.5 ounces of 86 proof liquor, 12 ounce or bottle of beer, 5 ounce glass of wine |
What can sober a person up? | TIME |
Can you be responsible if someone drinks at your house and then drives causing an accident? | YES- a possible lawsuit |
What drugs may affect driving? | cold pills, tranquilizers, and some prescription medications |
What does driving under the influence of intoxicating beverages mean? | senses and judgment are impaired by alcohol |
Alcohol impairs the following: | reaction time, coordination and balance, and judgment |
If you have a BAC slightly over .05%, your chances for causing an accident _____. | Doubles |
If you have a BAC of .10%, your chances for causing an accident _____. | 6 times as great |
If you have a BAC of .15%, your chances for causing an accident _____. | 25 times as great |
What is the "Implied Consent Law"? | In NJ you agree to a breath test following a DUI arrest (hospital may take blood) |
What is the penalty for driving with a suspended license due to an alcohol conviction? | 1) fine of $500 2) additional suspension of 1 to 2 years 3) possible imprisonment of 10 to 90 days |
What is the penalty for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol-first offense? | loss of driving privileges for 7 months to 1 year, and a charge of $1,000 for 3 years |
What are the first signs of alcohol impairment? | talkativeness, more self-confident, and lessened judgment |
What increases your chances of having an accident even if you only had a few drinks? | mood, food, intake, and medications |
How many points can be subtracted from your DMV driving record if you have no moving violations or suspensions for one year? | up to 3 points |
Can you drive if you lose your license for drunk driving or any other violation? | NO |
During the probabionary 2 year period after receiving a special or examination permit, a motorist must enroll in a Probationary Driver Program when: | they are convicted of 2 or more moving violations totaling 4 or more points |
What is the penalty for unlicensed persons 13 to 21 yrs old who are convicted of buying alcohol, a DUI, setting false alarms, or graffiti | driving privleges will be suspended or postponed - ages vary 13-18 graffiti |
What is the fine for violating GDL restrictions? | $100/possible suspension |
What is the penalty for causing injury to another person while driving while your license is suspended? | Fine, continued suspension and potential jail sentence |
What is the insurance surcharge for refusing to take a breath test in NJ with a BAC of .10%? | $1,000 per year for 3 years |
You are on a probationary period for how long when your license is restored after points suspension or completing a Driver Improvement Program? | 1 year |
What is the fine for applying for a drivers license illegally? | License suspension, $200 to $500, fine and/or imprisonment |