Rhode Island DWI Laws
Rhode Island DWI Laws: Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Limits and Implied Consent | |
| "Per Se" BAC Limit | 0.08 Percent |
| Zero Tolerance (Underage) BAC Limit | 0.02 Percent |
| Enhanced Penalty (Aggravated) BAC Limit | 0.15 |
| Implied Consent to Submit to BAC Test? | Yes |
Rhode Island DWI Laws: Select Penalties | |
| Minimum License Suspension or Revocation (1st, 2nd, 3rd offense) | 30 days, 1 year, 2 years |
| Mandatory Alcohol Education, Assessment and Treatment | Both |
| Vehicle Confiscation Possible? | Yes (3rd aggravated offense) |
| Ignition Interlock Device Possible? | Yes |
Rhode Island DWI Resources:
- Rhode Island DWI Statutes: Driving Under the Influence of Liquor or Drugs (R.I. Gen. Laws 31-27-2 to 31-27-3.1).
- Drunk Driving - Overview of Rhode Island DWI laws and penalties (R.I. Dept. of Transportation).
- Ignition Interlock Systems - Overview of Rhode Island's ignition interlock program (R.I. DMV).
- Drunk Driving Health Risks - Statistics on alcohol's involvement in Rhode Island road fatalities, plus info on effort to combat DWI (R.I. Dept. of Health)
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