FL DMV FL DMV Alcohol, Drugs, and DUI Laws 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: How long is a driver's license suspended for a second DUI refusal of a breath test in Florida?
- 6 months
- 12 months
- 18 months (Correct answer)
- 5 years
Correct answer: 18 months
A second refusal to submit to a breath test results in an 18-month license suspension and is a first-degree misdemeanor.
Question 2: Florida's 'open container' law prohibits drivers from:
- Having sealed alcohol in the trunk
- Having any open alcoholic beverage accessible in the vehicle (Correct answer)
- Transporting alcohol without a receipt
- Carrying alcohol across county lines
Correct answer: Having any open alcoholic beverage accessible in the vehicle
Florida law prohibits having an open container of alcohol within reach of the driver or anywhere in the passenger compartment.
Question 3: What is the minimum fine for a first DUI conviction in Florida?
- $250 (Correct answer)
- $500
- $1,000
- $2,000
Correct answer: $250
The minimum fine for a first DUI in Florida is $500, though actual costs including court fees are typically much higher.
Question 4: In Florida, a DUI with a BAC of 0.15% or higher is considered:
- A standard first DUI
- An enhanced DUI with higher penalties (Correct answer)
- Only a civil infraction
- Identical to a standard DUI
Correct answer: An enhanced DUI with higher penalties
A BAC of 0.15% or higher triggers enhanced penalties in Florida, including higher fines and mandatory ignition interlock.
Question 5: Which of the following is true about driving under the influence of marijuana in Florida?
- It is legal if you have a medical marijuana card
- It is illegal and can result in a DUI charge (Correct answer)
- It is only illegal if your BAC is also above 0.08%
- Police cannot test for marijuana impairment
Correct answer: It is illegal and can result in a DUI charge
Driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal in Florida regardless of whether you hold a medical marijuana card.
Question 6: After a DUI conviction in Florida, a driver may be required to install a(n):
- Backup camera
- Ignition interlock device (Correct answer)
- Speed limiter
- GPS tracking device
Correct answer: Ignition interlock device
Florida courts often require DUI offenders to install an ignition interlock device that prevents the vehicle from starting if alcohol is detected.
How long is a driver's license suspended for a second DUI refusal of a breath test in Florida?