What is the Zero Tolerance Law?
It is unlawful, under VTL §1192-a for a person under the age of 21 years to operate a motor vehicle after having consumed alcohol as shown by a BAC (blood alcohol content) level of .02% or more. While drivers under 21 remain fully subject to all of the DWI and DWAI charges and penalties for violating VTL §1192, a violation of VTL § 1192-a is not a criminal offense and subsequent findings and penalties for violation are administrative in nature. These penalties can consist of a civil fine and a license suspension or revocation action.
