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Virginia DUI & Alcohol Laws

Understand Virginia's alcohol laws for the permit test: legal BAC limits, the zero-tolerance rule for drivers under 21, and the implied-consent law.

Virginia DUI & Alcohol Laws — FAQ

What is the legal BAC limit in Virginia?

0.08% BAC is the legal limit for drivers age 21 and older.

What is the limit for drivers under 21?

Virginia has a zero-tolerance law: under-21 drivers face penalties at 0.02% BAC.

What happens if I refuse a breath test?

Under Virginia's implied-consent law, refusing a test after a lawful DUI arrest leads to automatic license suspension.

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