Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) is a:
|
A misdemeanor.
|
|
|
A class E felony.
|
|
|
Traffic infraction.
|
|
|
Criminal infraction.
|
Explanation
In New York State, Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) is classified as a traffic infraction. However, Driving While Ability Impaired by drugs (DWAI-Drug) and Driving While Ability Impaired by both alcohol and drugs (DWAI-Combination) are misdemeanors for a first offense and Class E felonies for a second offense within 10 years.
Answer Statistics
🟡 This question is moderately difficult — 28.9% of our users answer it incorrectly.
Other questions in the same category: Alcohol and Drug Effects on Driving
A chemical test is used to:You are convicted of Driving While Ability Impaired as a first offense. Which of the following potential consequences do you face?When are you allowed to drink alcoholic beverages in a vehicle on a public highway?If you are ordered to install an ignition interlock on your vehicle, the cost of installation and monthly inspection must be paid by:Your BAC can be reduced by:Which of these statements is true about drinking alcohol and driving?Drinking alcohol while you are taking other drugs can:If you are arrested for driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) above the legal limit:If you refuse to take the chemical test after being arrested, your driver license will be:You may be charged with Aggravated DUI if you:
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: