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New York DUI / DWI Limits (2026)

Info: Adult DWI threshold 0.08% BAC; DWAI (impaired) charge applies at 0.05–0.07%.

InfoVerified May 31, 2026

Adult DWI threshold 0.08% BAC; DWAI (impaired) charge applies at 0.05–0.07%. Under 21: zero-tolerance 0.02% BAC.

Official source: dmv.ny.gov →

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