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If an 18-year-old is caught with alcohol in their possession for the first time, what is the MINIMUM consequence they could face?

License suspension

A fine up to $100

60 days in jail

Mandatory alcohol treatment program
2.
According to the presentation statistics, why are teenage female drivers at particularly high risk when drinking?

They are more likely to drive at night

They are more likely to drive with passengers

They are 18 times more likely to crash than non-drinking drivers

They are 54 times more likely to crash than non-drinking drivers
3.
Under Michigan's high-BAC law, which scenario would result in the MOST severe penalties?

A 19-year-old driver with a BAC of 0.02

A 22-year-old driver with a BAC of 0.08

A 25-year-old driver with a BAC of 0.15

A 21-year-old driver with a BAC of 0.17
4.
David refuses to take a breathalyzer test when pulled over. What will happen automatically as a result of this decision?

He will be required to do community service

His license will be suspended for one year and he'll receive 6 points

He will receive a $500 fine only

He will get 6 points on his license and a warning
5.
A group of friends notice their designated driver has an open beer can in their car's cup holder. According to Michigan law, what should they do?

Find alternative transportation as it's illegal to have any open alcohol containers in the passenger compartment

Pour out the beer and throw away the can before driving

It's okay as long as the designated driver isn't drinking from it

Move the can to the trunk where it's legal to transport it
6.
Sarah is at a party where people are drinking. She planned to be the designated driver but lost her car keys. Her friend Jake, who had "only two beers," offers to drive everyone home. What is the BEST course of action?

Walk home, leaving the car behind

Let Jake drive since he seems fine and it's a short distance

Wait an hour and then let Jake drive when he feels more sober

Call a parent or trusted adult for a ride, even if it means getting in trouble
7.
Based on the presentation's information about alcohol's effects, why is the excuse "I just live around the corner" particularly dangerous?

Because alcohol affects the central nervous system, impairing coordination and vision even for short distances

Because residential areas have more pedestrians

Because short trips are more likely to be monitored by police

Because familiar routes require less concentration

1 answer

Here are the answers to your questions based on the information provided:

  1. Minimum Consequence for First-Time Possession of Alcohol by an 18-Year-Old:

    • A fine up to $100

  2. Statistics on Teenage Female Drivers at High Risk When Drinking:

    • They are 54 times more likely to crash than non-drinking drivers

  3. Most Severe Penalties Under Michigan's High-BAC Law:

    • A 21-year-old driver with a BAC of 0.17

  4. Consequence for Refusing Breathalyzer Test:

    • His license will be suspended for one year and he'll receive 6 points

  5. Designated Driver with Open Beer Can in Car:

    • Find alternative transportation as it's illegal to have any open alcohol containers in the passenger compartment

  6. Best Course of Action When Designated Driver Can't Drive:

    • Call a parent or trusted adult for a ride, even if it means getting in trouble

  7. Why "I Just Live Around the Corner" is Dangerous:

    • Because alcohol affects the central nervous system, impairing coordination and vision even for short distances

These answers align with safe practices regarding alcohol consumption and driving, emphasizing the importance of making responsible choices.