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Vermont DUI / DWI Limits (2026)

Info: In Vermont the per se limit for adults is 0.08% blood alcohol, and drivers under 21 are held to a zero-tolerance limit of 0.02%.

InfoVerified May 31, 2026

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DUI / DWI Limits in states bordering Vermont

The same rule in each neighboring state LawLert has verified, from that state’s own official source.

MassachusettsInfo
In Massachusetts the adult per se limit for OUI is 0.08% blood alcohol, drivers under 21 are held to a zero-tolerance limit of 0.02%, and commercial drivers are limited to 0.04%.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: mass.gov · Full Massachusetts rule →
New HampshireInfo
In New Hampshire the adult DWI limit is 0.08% blood alcohol, with an aggravated offense at 0.16%, and drivers under 21 are held to a zero-tolerance limit of 0.02%.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: nh.gov · Full New Hampshire rule →
New YorkInfo
In New York the adult DWI limit is 0.08% blood alcohol, a DWAI (impaired) charge applies at 0.05–0.07%, and drivers under 21 are held to a zero-tolerance limit of 0.02%.
Verified May 31, 2026 · Source: dmv.ny.gov · Full New York rule →

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