What might happen to a driver caught driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher?

A driver caught operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher can be arrested for driving while impaired (DWI). This threshold is significant because it is the legal limit established in Minnesota and many other states, beyond which a driver is considered impaired and unable to operate a vehicle safely.

The consequences of a DWI arrest can include legal penalties such as fines, potential jail time, mandatory educational programs, and the loss of driving privileges. This action is taken to protect the safety of the driver, passengers, and the general public, as higher BAC levels correlate with increased risk of accidents and impaired judgment.

In contrast, the other options are not applicable under these circumstances. Warnings may be issued for lesser offenses or during routine checks but are insufficient for a BAC at or above the legal limit. Merely receiving a fine without arrest does not align with the gravity of the offense at this BAC level. Lastly, allowing continued driving would negate the purpose of enforcing legal limits on alcohol consumption while operating a vehicle.