Oregon permit test: alcohol & drugs

BAC limits, implied consent, penalties, open containers and impairment. 5 questions.

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At what blood alcohol concentration does Oregon law presume a driver 21 or older is impaired?

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Sample alcohol & drugs questions

  1. At what blood alcohol concentration does Oregon law presume a driver 21 or older is impaired?

    • A 0.08% or more
    • B Any amount at all
    • C 0.10% or more
    • D 0.05% or more
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    A. 0.08% or more

    Oregon presumes you are impaired at a BAC of 0.08% or more. You can still be arrested for DUII at a lower BAC if alcohol or drugs are affecting your driving.

    Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026-2027, page 90

  2. Your BAC is 0.06% and you are over 21. Can you be arrested for DUII in Oregon?

    • A Yes, if alcohol is affecting your driving
    • B No, because you are under 0.08%
    • C Only if you are also speeding
    • D Only if you refuse a breath test
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    A. Yes, if alcohol is affecting your driving

    0.08% is the level at which impairment is presumed, not a safe limit. If alcohol or drugs affect your driving, you can be arrested for DUII at any BAC.

    Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026-2027, page 90

  3. A 19-year-old driver in Oregon is tested for alcohol. What BAC means they fail?

    • A 0.05% or more
    • B Any amount of alcohol
    • C 0.02% or more
    • D 0.08% or more
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    B. Any amount of alcohol

    Oregon has a zero tolerance law for drivers under 21. Any measurable alcohol in the blood is a failed test.

    Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026-2027, page 91

  4. What does Oregon's Implied Consent law mean?

    • A Only drivers under 21 can be required to test
    • B By driving, you have agreed to a breath, blood or urine test if police ask
    • C You may refuse a test with no penalty
    • D Police must get your written consent before giving you any breath or blood test
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    B. By driving, you have agreed to a breath, blood or urine test if police ask

    Under Implied Consent, driving in Oregon means you have already agreed to a breath, blood or urine test when a police officer asks. Refusing can lead to a fine and suspension of your driving privileges.

    Source: Oregon Driver Manual 2026-2027, page 91