BAC .08: evidence of intoxication (DWI)
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In New York, what BAC is evidence that you are intoxicated (DWI)?
The rule
A BAC of .08 or more counts as evidence of intoxication, which is driving while intoxicated (DWI).
In New York a BAC of .08 or more is evidence of intoxication (DWI). More than .05 is evidence of impairment (DWAI), and .18 or more points to Aggravated DWI.
From the New York State Driver's Manual, page 55. This question is our own wording of that rule. The handbook and the DMV have the final word.
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