Delaware Defensive Driving Practice Test

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Can a DUI conviction occur if someone uses alcoholic beverages and over-the-counter drugs with a BAC below 0.08?

Yes, it can still result in a conviction
No, a DUI requires a BAC over 0.08
Only if the person has prior convictions
It depends on the drug used

The correct answer is: Yes, it can still result in a conviction

A DUI conviction can indeed occur even if a person has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) below 0.08. This is due to the legal principles surrounding impaired driving. Laws concerning DUI offenses typically include the notion that it is illegal to drive while impaired by substances, regardless of whether the individual meets the specific BAC threshold. Therefore, a person can be charged with a DUI if their ability to operate a vehicle is impaired by the consumption of alcohol or drugs, including over-the-counter medications, even if their BAC is not at or above the 0.08 legal limit. This highlights the importance of not only considering the measurable alcohol content in the blood but also the overall impairment that may affect driving capabilities.