According to DWI Law in Twin Falls ID, a person who is under the legal age for drinking alcohol (21) cannot have a BAC (blood alcohol content) of .02 or higher. If they are determined to have a BAC over .02, they can be arrested and charged with a DUI. Those who are over 2, for comparison, have a BAC limit of .08.
Potential Penalties for a BAC Over .02
If the person doesn’t have a prior DWI conviction and they are convicted, they face up to six months in jail, up to $1,000 in fines, and a suspended license for at least 90 days and up to 180 days. If this is the second conviction, the penalties are much higher. The penalties can also be higher if they caused an accident or if there were any minors in the vehicle at the time of the arrest.
Refusal to Take the BAC Test
Some people will try to beat the system by refusing to take the BAC test. However, this may not actually help at all since there are other ways to determine if the person was under the influence. Additionally, they could face a one-year license suspension and a $250 fine for doing this. These penalties are separate from the penalties they face if they’re convicted, so they will have them even if they avoid a conviction.
Contact a Lawyer for Help Quickly
Those who are under the age of 21 and who are arrested for driving while intoxicated will want to make sure they contact a lawyer for help as quickly as possible. It’s a good idea to avoid saying anything to the police or to family and friends until they have spoken with the lawyer. This enables the lawyer to do as much as possible to help them avoid a conviction.
If you’re under the age of 21, DWI Law in Twin Falls ID enables the police to arrest you if you are pulled over and have a BAC of .02 and higher. Because this is such a small amount, it’s better to avoid drinking at all before driving. However, if you are arrested and charged with a DWI, Contact us to schedule an appointment and get the help you need.
