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What is the lowest BAC at which a fully licensed driver may face charges?

  1. Over 50 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood
  2. Over 20 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood
  3. Over 30 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood
  4. Over 100 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood
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Correct answer: Over 50 mg of alcohol in 100 mL of blood

A fully licensed driver may face charges above 50 mg in 100 mL of blood. Criminal Code charges follow above 80 mg.

Source: Driver's Manual: A guide to safely operate cars and light trucks (Government of the Northwest Territories, revised August 2022), Chapter 9, Impaired Driving and the NWT Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program, page 142

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026