In Illinois, what is the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21?

In Illinois, the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21 is set at 0.08%. This standard is consistent with national norms, as most states have adopted a similar threshold to identify drivers who may be impaired due to alcohol consumption. A BAC of 0.08% indicates that the driver has enough alcohol in their system to significantly impair their ability to operate a vehicle safely.

For drivers over 21, reaching this level of alcohol concentration has been shown to dramatically increase the risk of accidents and impaired judgment, which is why it serves as the legal threshold. If a driver is found to have a BAC of 0.08% or higher while operating a vehicle, they may face serious legal consequences, including fines, license suspension, or even imprisonment.

The other options represent either lower or higher BAC limits that do not apply to drivers over 21. A BAC of 0.05% is below the legal limit but can still be considered unsafe; 0.10% is above the legal limit and reflects a higher level of impairment; and 0.02% is a limit more applicable for specific situations, such as for drivers under 21, where any measurable alcohol in the system is illegal. This understanding