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Dave Mitchell, Commissioner

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DUI Facts

Can you afford a nearly $10,000 night on the town?

A single DUI (Driving Under the Influence) conviction could cost you as much as $5,000 or more after all fines and fees have been paid. A first offense DUI charge could easily add up to such a staggering cost! The cost could be even higher if you don't qualify for the restricted driver license for driving to work during your suspension. This could add expense for alternate transportation (taxi, bus fare, etc.) or even worse, the complete loss of your employment.

Driving Under the Influence (DUI) includes not only alcohol, but any intoxicant, narcotic drug, or other drug producing central nervous system effects -- including prescription drugs.

Table of Consequences for Each DUI Conviction

Offense	Fine	Jail Time	License Revocation
First Conviction	$350 - $1,500	24 hours - 11 months 29 days	One (1) Year
Second Conviction**	$600 - $3,500	45 days - 11 months 29 days	Two (2) Years
**If second conviction occurs within 5 years of the first the following also apply: Mandatory enrollment in the Ignition Interlock Program for 6 months following reinstatement of driver's license Vehicle subject to seizure and/or forfeiture
Third Conviction	$1,100 - $10,000	120 days - 11 months 29 days	Three (3) - Ten (10) Years
Fourth Offense	$3,000 - $15,000	Not Less Than 150 Consecutive Days	Five (5) Years

Potential Costs of a DUI Conviction

Potential costs of a DUI conviction include:

Fines
Court Costs
Bail
Towing and Vehicle Storage Fees
Attorney Fees
Alcohol Education Program Enrollment
Driver License Reinstatement Fees
Ignition Interlock Program Costs
Higher Insurance Premiums and SR-22 Form

In addition, you will need to:

Show proof that all fines and court costs have been paid to the court for the violation
Show proof of completion of alcohol/drug program if 2nd offense