In British Columbia, a 'warn range' BAC (typically 0.05–0.079) results in:

Question: In British Columbia, a 'warn range' BAC (typically 0.05–0.079) results in:

Answer options:

• No consequence ✅ Immediate roadside suspension and possible vehicle impoundment
• Criminal charge only
• A fine only

Correct answer: Immediate roadside suspension and possible vehicle impoundment

Explanation: In British Columbia, a BAC in the warn range (0.05 to 0.079) triggers immediate provincial administrative penalties, specifically an immediate roadside licence suspension and potential vehicle impoundment, to deter impaired driving. The other options are incorrect because this range carries serious, immediate physical consequences rather than no action or a basic fine, yet it remains below the 0.08 federal threshold required for a criminal charge. Under the BC Motor Vehicle Act, these swift roadside sanctions are designed to bypass the court system to improve road safety. For the ICBC knowledge test, remember that provincial administrative penalties begin at 0.05, while federal criminal charges apply at 0.08 and above.