Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)

Florida legal definition under F.S. 316.193

Verified by Licensed Bail Bond ProfessionalsLast updated: March 2026
Definition: The concentration of alcohol in a person's bloodstream, measured as grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood. Florida's legal limit is 0.08% BAC. Enhanced penalties apply at 0.15% and higher.

Category: Traffic Offenses · Statute: F.S. 316.193 · Source: Florida Legislature

Understanding Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) in Florida

The concentration of alcohol in a person's bloodstream, measured as grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood. Florida's legal limit is 0.08% BAC. Enhanced penalties apply at 0.15% and higher.

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