Texas Alcohol, Drugs & DUI

What is the standard legal BAC limit for adult drivers in Texas?

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against Tex. Penal Code §49.01
A

0.05%

0.05% is Utah's limit, not Texas's.

B

0.08%

Correct answer

C

0.10%

0.10% has not been the US standard in decades.

D

0.00% — zero tolerance.

Texas zero-tolerance applies only to minors.

Detailed Explanation

Texas uses the federal standard 0.08% BAC as the legal limit for adult drivers 21 and older. Under 21 is zero tolerance (0.00–0.02% depending on measurement method). Commercial drivers are held to 0.04%. Drivers can still be arrested for DWI below 0.08% if impairment is observed.

Source: Tex. Penal Code §49.01

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