Maryland Permit Test: Alcohol & Drugs Practice Questions

Correct answer: 0.08 or higher

Maryland considers drivers under the influence at a BAC of .08 or higher, but judgment and coordination can be impaired at much lower levels.

Source: Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors – A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Correct answer: 0.07

The MVA's Rookie Driver guide lists .07 BAC as DWI and .08 or higher as DUI for drivers 21 and over.

Source: Maryland Rookie Driver Manual (RD-006) – Rookie Driver Quick Reference Guide

Correct answer: They may not drink any alcohol at all

It is illegal for anyone under 21 to drink any alcohol; if stopped after drinking, the license will be suspended or revoked.

Source: Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors – A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Correct answer: It will be suspended or revoked

Drivers under 21 who have been drinking face suspension or revocation and may also be charged with violating the alcohol restriction on their license.

Source: Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors – A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Correct answer: Weight, food, fatigue, and medications all affect BAC

Many factors affect how your body processes alcohol, including weight, body fat, when and how much you ate, fatigue, mood, and medications.

Source: Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors – A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Correct answer: Just one drink

Your vision, simple movements, and reaction time may be affected with just one drink, raising crash risk.

Source: Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors – A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Correct answer: A six-pack with empty or missing cans

Any open can, bottle, or package counts, and a six-pack with open, empty, or missing cans can be considered an open container.

Source: Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors – A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Correct answer: The seats and anywhere occupants can easily reach

The passenger area includes the driver and passenger seats and any place occupants can easily reach from where they sit.

Source: Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors – A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Correct answer: You could be charged with a criminal offense

Driving impaired by a medication whose label warns against driving can lead to a criminal charge, and your license can be suspended or revoked.

Source: Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors – A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Correct answer: Double your fine and jail time

With a child in the vehicle, the judge can double the fine and jail time for an impaired-driving conviction.

Source: Section 6: Dangerous Driving Behaviors – A. Alcohol, Drugs and Driving

Correct answer: Whenever you drive on a road or private property used by the public

By driving or attempting to drive on a road or private property used by the public, you consent to a test if an officer asks.

Source: Section 9: Other Restrictions, Violations and Penalties – B. Drug and Alcohol Test – Implied Consent

Correct answer: The MVA will suspend your license

If an officer submits a certified statement that you refused a test, the MVA will suspend your license.

Source: Section 9: Other Restrictions, Violations and Penalties – B. Drug and Alcohol Test – Implied Consent

Correct answer: A drug recognition expert

When an officer believes you are impaired by drugs or alcohol, a drug recognition expert may request a blood test.

Source: Section 9: Other Restrictions, Violations and Penalties – B. Drug and Alcohol Test – Implied Consent

Correct answer: A breathalyzer lock that blocks starting if alcohol is found

Drivers caught drinking and driving may have to install a breathalyzer car lock (ignition interlock) that blocks starting the vehicle when alcohol is detected.

Source: Section 9: Other Restrictions, Violations and Penalties – Did you know?

Correct answer: A DUI, DWI, or refusal to test

The MVA states that DUI, DWI, and refusal to test cannot be expunged from your driving record.

Source: Maryland Rookie Driver Manual (RD-006) – Driving while impaired by drugs or alcohol