Texas Permit Test (DPS Written Test) — All Questions

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Alcohol, Drugs & Texas Penalties/GDL

In Texas, an adult 21 or older is legally intoxicated at a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) of:

  • a.0.05% or higher
  • b.0.08% or higher
  • c.0.10% or higher
  • d.0.02% or higher

A driver 21 or older is legally intoxicated at 0.08% BAC; commercial drivers reach that limit at 0.04%. (Texas Driver Handbook, alcohol)

Alcohol, Drugs & Texas Penalties/GDL

For a Texas driver under 21, it is illegal to drive with:

  • a.Any detectable amount of alcohol in the system
  • b.A BAC of 0.08% or higher only
  • c.A BAC of 0.05% or higher only
  • d.Alcohol only after midnight

Texas has zero tolerance for minors: a driver under 21 may not operate a vehicle with any detectable amount of alcohol. (Texas Driver Handbook)

Alcohol, Drugs & Texas Penalties/GDL

During the first 12 months of a Texas provisional (under-18) license, the driver generally may not:

  • a.Drive to school
  • b.Drive on any highway
  • c.Carry more than one passenger under 21 who is not a family member
  • d.Drive with a parent in the car

Provisional drivers may not carry more than one passenger under 21 (except family members) during the restricted period. (Texas Driver Handbook, GDL)

Alcohol, Drugs & Texas Penalties/GDL

A Texas provisional (under-18) driver is generally prohibited from driving between:

  • a.6 a.m. and noon
  • b.Noon and 6 p.m.
  • c.3 p.m. and 9 p.m.
  • d.Midnight and 5 a.m., except for work, school, or a medical emergency

Provisional drivers may not drive from midnight to 5 a.m. except for employment, a school activity, or a medical emergency. Drivers under 18 also may not use a wireless device while driving. (Texas Driver Handbook, GDL)

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