Alcohol, Drugs & Impaired Driving.

What is impaired driving?

Driving when your ability to drive safely is affected by alcohol, drugs, or other substances.

What is Florida's legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers under 21?

0.02.

What happens if a driver under 21 has a BAC of 0.02 or higher?

Their driving privilege is suspended for 6 months under Florida's zero-tolerance law.

Can prescription or over-the-counter medicines affect your ability to drive?

Yes. Some medicines can cause drowsiness, dizziness, or other effects that make driving unsafe.

Should you drive after taking a medication that makes you drowsy or affects your ability to drive?

No.

Does drinking coffee make an impaired driver sober?

No. Coffee does not remove alcohol from your system or make you safe to drive.

Can a person be impaired even if they do not feel drunk?

Yes. Alcohol and other substances can affect driving ability before a person realizes they are impaired.

What are some effects of alcohol on driving?

It can reduce judgment, coordination, reaction time, vision, and the ability to make safe decisions.

What should you do if you have been drinking alcohol?

Do not drive. Use a safe alternative such as having a sober driver take you home.

Can combining alcohol with other drugs increase impairment?

Yes. Combining substances can increase impairment and make driving more dangerous.

What is implied consent?

By driving in Florida, you are considered to have agreed to submit to an approved chemical test of your breath, blood, or urine when lawfully requested under Florida law.

What can happen if you refuse a lawful breath, blood, or urine test?

Your driving privilege can be suspended for refusing the test.

Why is driving under the influence dangerous?

Impairment can affect judgment, reaction time, coordination, vision, and the ability to safely control a vehicle.