Alcohol & Drugs Test Questions & Answers

Alcohol is a depressant. This means

BAC Limits in NSW

Licence Type	Legal BAC Limit
Learner / Provisional (P1 & P2)	0.00%
Full Licence	Under 0.05%
Commercial Drivers (e.g., taxi, bus)	0.00%

Exceeding these limits can lead to immediate licence suspension, fines, and other penalties.

How Alcohol Affects Your Driving Ability

Slower reaction times - you'll experience delays in responding to hazards.
Impaired judgment - it will be difficult to making safe decisions.
Reduced coordination - steering and braking effectively will be challenging.
Decreased concentration - focusing on the road and surroundings will be difficult.
Overconfidence - you will underestimate risks and overestimate your abilities.

How Long Does Alcohol Stay in Your System?

For the average person, it takes about 1 hour per standard drink for your body to process alcohol. However, this can vary based on factors like body weight, gender, and metabolism.

Common myths like drinking coffee or taking a cold shower DO NOT speed up this process.

Zero BAC Rules: Who Must Comply?

Learner drivers (L plates)
Provisional drivers (P1 and P2)
Drivers of heavy vehicles, taxis, buses, and vehicles carrying dangerous goods

These drivers must maintain a 0.00% BAC at all times when driving.

Drug Driving

Zero tolerance - driving with ANY detectable amount of illicit drugs in your system is illegal in NSW.
Random roadside drug testing - police can test you for cannabis, MDMA, cocaine, and methamphetamine at random.
Penalties - fines include (but are not limited to) up to $2,200 and licence disqualification for a minimum of 3 months for a first offence.
Medicinal cannabis - driving with THC in your system is currently illegal in NSW, even with a prescription.

Penalties for Driving Under the Influence

Offence	Penalties
Low-range PCA (0.05–0.079%)	Fine up to $2,200, licence disqualification, possible interlock device installation.
Mid-range PCA (0.08–0.149%)	Fine up to $2,200, licence disqualification, mandatory interlock program, possible imprisonment up to 9 months.
High-range PCA (0.15% and above)	Fine up to $3,300, licence disqualification, mandatory interlock program, possible imprisonment up to 18 months.
Drug Driving (first offence)	Fine up to $2,200, licence disqualification for a minimum of 3 months.
Combined Drink and Drug Driving	Harsher penalties, including higher fines, longer disqualification periods, and possible imprisonment.

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