Nebraska: Alcohol and drugs
How alcohol and drugs affect driving, BAC limits, implied consent, administrative license revocation and ignition interlock in Nebraska. Split into 4 shorter tests so you're not stuck in one long quiz.
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Alcohol and drugs — Part 1
Questions in this part include: “Which drivers does the GDL "zero tolerance" alcohol and other drugs law cover?”
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Questions in this part include: “Who can issue the temporary license following an arrest for DUI or refusal?”
StartAlcohol and drugs — Part 3
Questions in this part include: “To be eligible for an Ignition Interlock Permit (IIP), what must a driver have held?”
StartAlcohol and drugs — Part 4
Questions in this part include: “The criminal penalties for refusing a chemical test are the same as the criminal penalties for which conviction?”
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Which drivers does the GDL "zero tolerance" alcohol and other drugs law cover?
- Drivers under the age of 18
- Drivers under the age of 19
- Drivers under the age of 21
- Drivers under the age of 25
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Correct answer: Drivers under the age of 21
The zero tolerance laws for alcohol and other drugs apply to drivers under the age of 21.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 1 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 1)
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Under the GDL alcohol rule, what happens after a first offense by a driver under 21?
- The court impounds the permit or license for 60 days
- The court impounds the permit or license for six months
- The permit or license is revoked for one year
- The court impounds the permit or license for 30 days
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Correct answer: The court impounds the permit or license for 30 days
A first offense results in the court impounding the permit or license for 30 days.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 1 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 1)
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At what blood alcohol content is a driver under 21 subject to the same DWI laws as a driver 21 or older?
- .08 or greater
- .10 or greater
- .12 or greater
- .14 or greater
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Correct answer: .08 or greater
An under age 21 driver is subject to the same DWI laws as a person 21 or over if the BAC is .08 or greater.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 1 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 1)
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Who must authorize a driver to obtain a new Ignition Interlock Permit online?
- The Driver and Vehicle Records Division
- The Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs
- The Financial Responsibility Division of the DMV
- The county treasurer's office
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Correct answer: The Financial Responsibility Division of the DMV
A new Ignition Interlock Permit can be obtained online only if the Financial Responsibility Division of the DMV has authorized it.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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To obtain a new Ignition Interlock Permit online, a driver must have held a Nebraska License within the last how long?
- 6 months
- 12 months
- 24 months
- 5 years
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Correct answer: 12 months
An online Ignition Interlock Permit requires having held a Nebraska License within the last 12 months.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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A law enforcement officer confiscates a license for which reason?
- Refusal to submit to or failure of an alcohol content test
- Failure to show proof of insurance after a crash
- Leaving the scene of a crash without giving a name
- Failure to wear a seat belt while driving at night
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Correct answer: Refusal to submit to or failure of an alcohol content test
Confiscation is the seizure of the license by a law enforcement officer for refusal to submit to or failure of an alcohol content test.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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After a license is confiscated for an alcohol content test violation, the driver is issued a temporary license valid for how long?
- 10 days
- 30 days
- 15 days
- 60 days
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Correct answer: 15 days
The driver is issued a temporary license that is valid for 15 days.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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What happens to a confiscated license at the end of the 15-day temporary license?
- It is returned to the driver once the 15 days pass
- It is revoked unless a hearing dismisses the violation
- It is extended automatically for 15 more days
- It is impounded by the court for a specified time
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Correct answer: It is revoked unless a hearing dismisses the violation
At the end of the 15 days the license is revoked unless a departmental hearing dismisses the violation.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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Which of these may cost a driver the license through suspension, revocation or impoundment?
- Failure to carry a spare tire
- Failure to carry the license on your person
- Failure to renew vehicle registration on time
- Failure to submit to a chemical test
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Correct answer: Failure to submit to a chemical test
Failure to submit to a chemical test is a listed reason for suspension, revocation or impoundment.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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A license may be suspended, revoked or impounded if a driver is arrested or convicted of which offense?
- Driving while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs
- Driving with a dirty windshield during a long trip
- Driving with a passenger in the back seat at night
- Driving a car with a cracked taillight lens
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Correct answer: Driving while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs
Being arrested or convicted of driving while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs is a listed reason.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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Which medical or substance-related condition is listed as a reason a license may be suspended, revoked or impounded?
- Needing corrective lenses
- Wearing a hearing aid
- Alcoholism and drug addiction
- Having a cold
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Correct answer: Alcoholism and drug addiction
Alcoholism and drug addiction are listed among the reasons a license may be suspended, revoked or impounded.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 17 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 17)
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Which behavior is listed as grounds for losing a license by suspension, revocation or impoundment?
- Transporting a child in a front seat
- Transporting a child in a booster seat
- Intoxicated transportation of a child
- Transporting a child on a school day
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Correct answer: Intoxicated transportation of a child
Intoxicated transportation of a child is a listed reason for suspension, revocation or impoundment.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 18 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 18)
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Which drivers does the .02% under age drinking and driving rule cover?
- Age 17 and younger
- Age 18 and younger
- Age 25 and younger
- Age 20 and younger
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Correct answer: Age 20 and younger
The .02% under age drinking and driving section applies to drivers age 20 and younger.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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For a conviction of .02% under age drinking and driving, for how many days does the court impound the license?
- 15 days
- 60 days
- 30 days
- 180 days
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Correct answer: 30 days
For a .02% conviction the license is impounded by the court for 30 days.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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For how long does an ordinary .02% under age drinking and driving conviction, not a refusal, stay on the driving record before it is deleted?
- 90 days
- 30 days
- 180 days
- One year
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Correct answer: 90 days
The .02% conviction becomes part of the driving record for 90 days and is then deleted.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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If an under age driver is convicted of an underage refusal, for how long does the court impound the license?
- 30 days
- 120 days
- 180 days
- 90 days
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Correct answer: 90 days
For an underage refusal the court will impound the license for 90 days.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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How long does an underage refusal conviction remain part of the driving record before it is deleted?
- 90 days
- 120 days
- 180 days
- One year
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Correct answer: 120 days
An underage refusal conviction stays on the driving record for 120 days and is then deleted.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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An under age driver is convicted of driving during the impoundment of a license for .02% drinking and driving. For how long will the court revoke the license?
- 30 days
- Six months
- 90 days
- One year
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Correct answer: Six months
Any underage driver convicted of driving during the impoundment will have the license revoked for six months by the court.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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What does ALR stand for in Nebraska?
- Alcohol License Restriction Rule
- Annual License Renewal
- Adult License Review
- Administrative License Revocation
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Correct answer: Administrative License Revocation
The manual defines ALR as administrative license revocation, which follows failing or refusing an alcohol test.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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Under the ALR law, what is law enforcement authorized to do immediately after a driver fails an alcohol test or refuses a chemical test?
- Confiscate the driver’s license
- Impound the license for 30 days
- Issue an Ignition Interlock Permit
- Excuse the driver from a hearing
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Correct answer: Confiscate the driver’s license
The ALR law authorizes law enforcement to immediately confiscate a driver’s license for failure of an alcohol test or refusal of a chemical test.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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Who can issue the temporary license following an arrest for DUI or refusal?
- The county treasurer's office
- The county attorney's office
- The clerk of the district court
- A law enforcement officer
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Correct answer: A law enforcement officer
The temporary license can be issued by a law enforcement officer following an arrest for DUI or refusal.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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A first time offender fails an alcohol test. How long is the administrative license revocation?
- 30 days
- 180 days
- 90 days
- One year
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Correct answer: 180 days
First time offenders who fail an alcohol test serve a 180 day administrative license revocation.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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A subsequent offender fails an alcohol test. How long is the administrative license revocation?
- 90 days
- 180 days
- One year
- Two years
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Correct answer: One year
Subsequent offenders who fail an alcohol test serve a one year ALR.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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A driver refuses to submit to a chemical test for alcohol or drugs. How long is the ALR the person must serve?
- One year
- 30 days
- 90 days
- 180 days
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Correct answer: One year
Persons who refuse to submit to a chemical test for alcohol or drugs must serve a one year ALR.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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A driver arrested for DUI who is subject to an ALR wants to contest the revocation. What may the driver do?
- Request a hearing
- Pay a fine to cancel it
- Complete a driver improvement course
- Surrender the temporary license
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Correct answer: Request a hearing
A driver arrested for DUI who is subject to an ALR may request a hearing to contest the revocation.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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A driver who petitions for an ALR hearing may not get an Ignition Interlock Permit or a Sobriety Program Permit until when?
- Until the 15 day temporary license expires
- Until the DMV mails a new temporary license
- Until the court orders it in the DUI sentence
- Until a driver improvement course is done
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Correct answer: Until the court orders it in the DUI sentence
A driver who petitions for an ALR hearing is not allowed an IIP or SPP until it is ordered by the court as part of the criminal sentence for DUI.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 20 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 20)
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If a driver waives an ALR hearing, what can the driver use to serve all or part of the revocation period?
- An Employment Drive Permit
- An ignition interlock permit (IIP)
- A Medical Hardship Driving Permit
- A School Permit (SCP)
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Correct answer: An ignition interlock permit (IIP)
A driver who waives a hearing can serve all or part of the ALR period using an ignition interlock permit to drive a vehicle with an ignition interlock device.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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An individual participating in which program, with a court certified order, is required to obtain a Sobriety Program Permit (SPP)?
- The driver improvement program
- The Nebraska point system program
- The reinstatement program
- The 24/7 program
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Correct answer: The 24/7 program
A participant in the 24/7 program with a court certified order must obtain a Sobriety Program Permit.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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What does a Sobriety Program Permit (SPP) allow a participant to do?
- Drive only to and from work and home
- Drive only for medical treatment trips
- Drive during an ALR revocation
- Operate a commercial motor vehicle
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Correct answer: Drive during an ALR revocation
The SPP allows a participant to drive during the ALR as long as the person is otherwise eligible based on the driving record.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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A subsequent offender on an ALR wants a Sobriety Program Permit. How long after the temporary license expires must the offender wait to apply?
- 45 days
- 15 days
- 30 days
- 90 days
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Correct answer: 45 days
Subsequent offenders must wait 45 days after the temporary license expires to be eligible to apply for the SPP.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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What is the minimum age of a participant who obtains a Sobriety Program Permit (SPP)?
- 16
- 17
- 21
- 18
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Correct answer: 18
The SPP participant must be age 18 and has held or tested for a Class O or Class M license.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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The Sobriety Program Permit (SPP) is not valid for operating which kind of vehicle?
- A passenger car
- A commercial motor vehicle
- A pickup truck
- A vehicle with an ignition interlock device
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Correct answer: A commercial motor vehicle
The SPP is not valid for the operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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The Sobriety Program Permit will be revoked upon receipt of what?
- A notice that the temporary license expired
- An order from the court revoking the SPP
- A request from the employer
- A notice of a hearing date
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Correct answer: An order from the court revoking the SPP
The permit will be revoked on receipt of an abstract of conviction revoking operating privileges or an order from the court revoking the SPP.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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For which kind of revocation may an individual be eligible for an Ignition Interlock Permit (IIP)?
- A point system revocation
- A child support revocation
- An alcohol related revocation
- A fleeing to avoid arrest conviction
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Correct answer: An alcohol related revocation
An individual whose driving privileges are revoked for an ALR and/or an alcohol related court conviction may be eligible for an IIP.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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When may a first time offender subject to an ALR apply for an Ignition Interlock Permit (IIP)?
- After 45 days from the arrest
- After 90 days from the arrest
- Immediately at the time of the arrest
- After the 15 day temporary license expires
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Correct answer: After the 15 day temporary license expires
First time offenders subject to an ALR may apply for an IIP after the 15 day temporary license expires.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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A first time ALR offender receives an Ignition Interlock Permit (IIP). For how long is it valid?
- Three months
- Six months
- One year
- Two years
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Correct answer: Six months
For a first time offender the IIP will be valid for six months.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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A subsequent offender on an ALR is issued an Ignition Interlock Permit (IIP). For how long is it valid?
- Six months from the date of issue
- Ninety days from the date of issue
- The balance of the one year revocation
- Two years from the end of the ALR
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Correct answer: The balance of the one year revocation
For subsequent offenders the IIP will be valid for the balance of the one year revocation period.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 21 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 21)
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A driver refuses to submit to a test. How long after the temporary license expires must the driver wait to apply for an Ignition Interlock Permit (IIP)?
- 90 days
- 15 days
- 45 days
- 180 days
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Correct answer: 90 days
For a refusal to submit to a test, the offender must wait 90 days after the temporary license expires to apply for the IIP.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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For how long may the Board of Pardons or a court order a driver to use a vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock device?
- Up to fifteen years
- Up to one year
- Up to three years
- Up to five years
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Correct answer: Up to fifteen years
The Board of Pardons or a court may order an IIP and interlock device for up to fifteen years, depending on the driver record and prior convictions.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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A driver tampers with or circumvents an interlock system, or drives without an interlock, and has an alcohol content of at least .02. What is the offense?
- A Class I Misdemeanor
- A Class II Misdemeanor
- A Class IV Felony
- A Class III Misdemeanor
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Correct answer: A Class IV Felony
With an alcohol content of at least .02, tampering with or driving without an interlock is a Class IV Felony.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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If a driver’s license has been revoked, where does the manual say it will be stated that an ignition interlock device or IIP cannot be used to operate a commercial motor vehicle?
- On the front of the license
- On the back of the license
- On the temporary license only
- On the vehicle registration
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Correct answer: On the back of the license
An ignition interlock device and IIP cannot be used for a commercial motor vehicle if the license has been revoked, and the back of the license states this.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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To be eligible for an Ignition Interlock Permit (IIP), what must a driver have held?
- A Provisional Operator’s Permit only
- A Learner’s Permit (LPD) only
- A School Permit (SCP) only
- A Class O or Class M license
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Correct answer: A Class O or Class M license
A driver must have held a Class O or Class M license to be eligible for an IIP.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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For a first conviction of minor in possession, for how long does the court impound the permit or license?
- 15 days
- 60 days
- 6 months
- 30 days
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Correct answer: 30 days
For a conviction of minor in possession the permit or license is impounded by the court for 30 days.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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For a second minor in possession offense, for how long does the court impound the permit or license?
- 90 days
- 30 days
- 6 months
- 12 months
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Correct answer: 90 days
For a second offense the permit or license is impounded by the court for 90 days.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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For a third or subsequent minor in possession offense, for how long does the court impound the permit or license?
- 30 days
- 90 days
- 12 months
- 6 months
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Correct answer: 12 months
For a third or subsequent offense the permit or license is impounded by the court for 12 months.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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A person convicted of minor in possession has no permit or license. What happens?
- Nothing, because there is nothing to impound
- The person must take a driver improvement course
- The person must wait until age 21 to apply
- Barred from getting one for the same period
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Correct answer: Barred from getting one for the same period
A person with no permit or license is prohibited from obtaining one for the same period that would have applied as the impoundment.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 22 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 22)
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For a juvenile court conviction of a minor for a first drug-related offense, for how long does the court impound the permit or license?
- 15 days
- 30 days
- 60 days
- 6 months
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Correct answer: 30 days
For a juvenile court drug-related conviction the permit or license is impounded by the court for 30 days.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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For a third or subsequent juvenile court drug-related offense, for how long does the court impound the permit or license?
- 30 days
- 90 days
- 12 months
- 6 months
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Correct answer: 12 months
For a third or subsequent drug-related offense the permit or license is impounded by the court for 12 months.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 23 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 23)
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Under Nebraska's open container law, who may not consume or possess an open container of an alcoholic beverage inside a vehicle on a public roadway?
- Both drivers and passengers
- Drivers only
- Drivers and front seat passengers only
- Drivers under the age of 21 only
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Correct answer: Both drivers and passengers
The manual says the open container law includes both drivers and passengers.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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Nebraska's "zero tolerance" law applies to drivers under what age?
- 18
- 19
- 21
- 20
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Correct answer: 21
The manual states that Nebraska has a "zero tolerance" law for drivers under the age of 21.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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Who may be held liable for damages when alcohol is provided to a minor?
- Only the minor who drank it
- Only the minor's parents
- Only the owner of the vehicle the minor drives
- The person who provided the alcohol
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Correct answer: The person who provided the alcohol
The manual says it is unlawful to provide alcohol to a minor and any such person may be held liable for damages suffered.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What is the lowest BAC at which it is unlawful for a driver 21 or older to operate a commercial motor vehicle in Nebraska?
- .04%
- .03%
- .05%
- .06%
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Correct answer: .04%
The manual lists .04% or higher as unlawful when operating a commercial motor vehicle.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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At what BAC is it unlawful for any driver to operate a motor vehicle in Nebraska, regardless of age or vehicle type?
- .02% or higher
- .04% or higher
- .05% or higher
- .08% or higher
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Correct answer: .08% or higher
The manual lists .08% or higher as unlawful regardless of the driver's age or vehicle type.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What can violating Nebraska's unlawful BAC limits lead to?
- A written warning only, even for a first offense
- Criminal and/or administrative license revocation
- A fine only, with no effect on the license
- License revocation only if a crash also occurs
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Correct answer: Criminal and/or administrative license revocation
The manual says violations of these provisions are subject to criminal and/or administrative revocation of the license.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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Under Nebraska's Implied Consent law, when has a driver already agreed to a chemical test?
- By operating a vehicle on Nebraska roadways
- Only after being arrested for a crash
- Only after being convicted of driving under the influence
- Only after an officer obtains a court order
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Correct answer: By operating a vehicle on Nebraska roadways
The manual says any driver who operates a vehicle on Nebraska roadways has already agreed to submit to a chemical test when requested by an officer.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What is refusing to submit to a chemical test of blood, breath, or urine at an officer's request under Nebraska law?
- A right that cannot lead to any penalty
- Only a warning for a first refusal
- A separate crime for which a person may be charged
- A violation that affects only commercial drivers
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Correct answer: A separate crime for which a person may be charged
The manual states that refusal is a separate crime for which a person may be charged.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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What is the administrative sanction for refusing a chemical test under Nebraska's Implied Consent law?
- Ninety days of license suspension
- One year of license revocation
- Six months of license revocation
- Two years of license revocation
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Correct answer: One year of license revocation
The manual states that the administrative sanction for refusal is one year of license revocation.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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The criminal penalties for refusing a chemical test are the same as the criminal penalties for which conviction?
- A DUI conviction with a BAC of .08 on a first offense
- A conviction for an open container violation
- A conviction for driving under 21 with any alcohol
- A DUI conviction with a BAC of .15 or over
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Correct answer: A DUI conviction with a BAC of .15 or over
The manual says criminal penalties for refusal are the same as those for a DUI BAC .15 or over conviction.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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A person convicted under the Implied Consent law may have their license revoked for how long?
- Six months to two years, depending on the BAC
- One to five years, depending on the driver's age
- Two to fifteen years, depending on prior convictions
- Thirty days to one year, depending on vehicle type
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Correct answer: Two to fifteen years, depending on prior convictions
The manual says a convicted person's license may be revoked from two to fifteen years depending on prior convictions, in addition to fines and jail time.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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According to the manual, where do most individuals show signs of significant impairment and intoxication?
- Well below the .08 BAC level
- Only at or above .08 BAC
- Only at or above .15 BAC
- Only at exactly .10 BAC
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Correct answer: Well below the .08 BAC level
The manual says most individuals exhibit significant impairment well below the unlawful .08 BAC level.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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Which of these is a factor that affects an individual's absorption of alcohol?
- The type of vehicle being driven
- The class of the person's license
- The number of passengers in the vehicle
- The amount of food in the digestive tract
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Correct answer: The amount of food in the digestive tract
The manual lists weight, sex, amount of food in the digestive tract and time spent drinking as factors affecting absorption.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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Which statement about fat and alcohol absorption does the manual make?
- Fat absorbs more alcohol than muscle tissue
- Fat absorbs less alcohol than muscle tissue
- Fat and muscle absorb alcohol at the same rate
- Fat absorbs alcohol only after a person eats
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Correct answer: Fat absorbs less alcohol than muscle tissue
The manual explains that a higher proportion of a woman's body weight is fat and fat absorbs less alcohol than muscle tissue.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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At what BAC is simple reaction time impaired?
- .04%
- .02%
- .03%
- .01%
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Correct answer: .04%
The manual states that simple reaction time is impaired at .04% BAC.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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When a driver must choose from a number of responses (choice reaction), impairment begins at what BAC?
- .02%
- .04%
- .03%
- .08%
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Correct answer: .03%
The manual states that choice reaction impairment begins at .03% BAC.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 24 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 24)
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At what BAC is the ability to track a single object impaired?
- .02%
- .05%
- .03%
- .01%
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Correct answer: .05%
The manual states that the ability to track a single object is impaired at .05% BAC.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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A person can concentrate on a single task at BACs as high as what?
- .02%
- .04%
- .10%
- .08%
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Correct answer: .08%
The manual says a person can concentrate on a single task at BACs as high as .08%, but dividing attention between tasks is impaired at lower levels.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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At what BAC does an increase occur in the time it takes the brain to understand what it has seen or heard?
- .01%
- .03%
- .05%
- .02%
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Correct answer: .05%
The manual says comprehension slows at .05% BAC.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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Control over eye movement and the ability to merge two images into one decline at what BAC?
- .05%
- .01%
- .02%
- .03%
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Correct answer: .05%
The manual states that control over eye movement and the ability to merge two images into one decline at .05% BAC.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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Tasks that require highly controlled muscular movements, such as coordination of hands and feet, are impaired at what BAC?
- .01%
- .02%
- .03%
- .05%
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Correct answer: .05%
The manual states that BACs of .05% impair tasks that require highly controlled muscular movements such as coordination of hands and feet.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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A BAC of what level impairs the accuracy of steering, braking, speed control, lane tracking, gear changing, and judgement of speed and distance?
- .02%
- .08%
- .03%
- .04%
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Correct answer: .08%
The manual states that a BAC of .08% impairs accuracy of steering, braking, speed control, lane tracking, gear changing, and judgement of speed and distance.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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At what BAC is the ability to respond to emergencies impaired?
- .04%
- .01%
- .02%
- .03%
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Correct answer: .04%
The manual states that the ability to respond to emergencies is impaired at .04% BAC.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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Between which BAC levels does the risk of being in a crash begin to rise noticeably?
- .01% and .02%
- .06% and .07%
- .04% and .05%
- .08% and .10%
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Correct answer: .04% and .05%
The manual says the crash risk begins to rise noticeably between .04% and .05% BAC and increases rapidly after that.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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According to the manual, how does a driver's BAC relate to being at fault in a crash?
- A higher BAC makes the driver less likely to be at fault
- The higher the BAC, the more likely the driver was at fault
- A driver's BAC has no relationship to fault in a crash
- Fault depends on BAC only when it is below .05%
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Correct answer: The higher the BAC, the more likely the driver was at fault
The manual states that the higher the BAC, the higher the probability that the impaired driver will have been at fault in a crash.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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If you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, what does the manual say you should always do?
- Drink coffee and wait until you feel in control
- Limit yourself to drinks with low alcohol content
- Drive only on roads that you know very well
- Arrange a designated driver or alternative transportation
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Correct answer: Arrange a designated driver or alternative transportation
The manual says that if you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, always arrange a designated driver or alternative transportation.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)
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According to the manual, what can reduce the alcohol level and its effects in the body?
- Drinking coffee
- Taking a cold shower
- Only time
- Eating a large meal
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Correct answer: Only time
The manual says only time can reduce the alcohol level and the effects from the body.
Source: Nebraska Driver's Manual (January 2025), page 25 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 25)