California · Vehicle Code
VEH §23136: (a) Notwithstanding Sections 23152 and 23153, it is unlawful for a person under the age of 21 years who has a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.
What this law says, in plain English
It is unlawful for a person under 21 to drive with a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.01% or greater. Drivers under 21 are deemed to consent to alcohol testing when lawfully detained for suspected violation.
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