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A 19-year-old in Texas says, 'One beer won't matter because I'm under 0.08.' That reasoning is wrong because:
- A.Beer is not considered alcohol in Texas
- B.The 0.08 limit applies only on highways
- C.One beer never contains alcohol
- D.For drivers under 21, any detectable amount of alcohol is illegal when driving
Correct answer
D. For drivers under 21, any detectable amount of alcohol is illegal when driving
Why
Texas zero tolerance means a driver under 21 can be charged with minor DUI for any detectable alcohol, regardless of the 0.08 adult standard. For a minor, 'under the limit' is not a defense.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - Alcohol and Drugs · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-100).