What are the mandatory penalties for driving under influence "DUI"?

 

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Mandatory Penalties for a DUI

1st Offense - 0.08-0.14 BAC

No mandatory jail time ,but because it is a class 1 misdemeanor there is the possibility (although very rare) of up to 12 months in jail. $250 fine. License suspension of 12 months with eligibility for a restricted driver's license.

1st Offense - 0.15-0.20 BAC

The same penalties as above ,but there is a minimum mandatory 5 day jail sentence and ignition interlock (breathalyzer) must be installed on vehicle for 6 to 12 months.

1st Offense - 0.21 and above

The same penalties as above ,but with a 10 instead of a 5 day jail mandatory minimum jail sentence.

2nd Offense within 5 yrs. BAC 0.08-0.14

Mandatory minimum 20 day jail sentence, $500 fine, license suspension for 3 years with eligibility for a restricted license after a year with ignition interlock for 6 months to 3 years.   

2nd Offense within 5 yrs BAC 0.15-0.20

Same penalties as above but with an additional mandatory minimum 10 day jail sentence (total 30 days).

2nd Offense within 5yrs BAC 0.21 and above

Same penalties as above but with an addition mandatory minimum 20 day jail sentence (total 40 days).

2nd Offense within 5-10 years BAC 0.08-0.14

Mandatory minimum 10 day jail sentence, $500 fine, license suspension for 3 years with eligibility for a restricted license after 4 months, ignition interlock for 6 months to 3 years.   

2nd Offense  within 5-10 years BAC 0.15-0.20

Same penalties as above with an addition mandatory minimum  10 day jail sentence (total 20 days)   

2nd Offense with 5-10 years BAC 0.21 and above

Same penalties as above but with an additional mandatory minimum 20 day jail sentence (total 30 days).