Alcohol Drug Limits
- 1/14The legal BAC limit for adult drivers (21+) in Nebraska is
Nebraska prohibits driving with a BAC of 0.08% or more for drivers aged 21 and older.
The BAC threshold for commercial drivers in Nebraska is
Commercial vehicle operators must stay below 0.04% BAC while driving.
For drivers under 21, Nebraska enforces a BAC limit of
Young drivers face arrest for even minimal BAC due to strict zero-tolerance laws.
A first-time DUI offense typically results in
First DUI offenders face a 90-day revocation and possible jail or fine.
Nebraska defines DUI as driving under the influence of
DUI includes impairment by alcohol, illegal drugs, or even prescription medication.
A BAC of 0.15% or more may trigger
In Nebraska, a BAC of 0.15% or higher is treated as an aggravated DUI even on a first offense.
The number of license points added for a DUI conviction is
In Nebraska, a DUI conviction results in 6 points being added to your driving record. Since accumulating 12 or more points within 2 years can lead to license suspension, a DUI puts you halfway to that limit in a single offense.
A second DUI conviction within a few years results in
Repeat offenses lead to increased jail time, fines, and multi-year license revocation.
Driving under the influence of marijuana or medication is considered
In Nebraska, DUI laws apply to any substance including marijuana or legally prescribed medications . That impairs a driver’s ability to safely operate a vehicle.
Driving with an open alcohol container leads to
Nebraska law prohibits open alcohol containers in the passenger area of a vehicle. Violators face a $100 fine and the possibility of license suspension, especially if the driver is underage or shows signs of impairment.
Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs) are required after
Drivers may only regain limited driving privileges with an IID installed.
Over-the-counter medication causing drowsiness may lead to
If a medication affects alertness, the driver can be charged under DUI laws.
DUI remains on your Nebraska driving record for
A DUI conviction is tracked for 10 years and affects penalties for any future offenses.
Drivers under 21 caught with any amount of alcohol in Nebraska may be charged within
Nebraska has a zero-tolerance policy for underage drinking and driving. Drivers under 21 can be charged with DUI if their BAC is 0.02% or higher