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2nd Time DUI (Within 5 Years)

If you enter a plea or if you are found guilty of DUI for a second time, and the first DUI conviction was less than five years before the current charge, there are enhanced penalties. The judge can sentence you to up to nine months in the county jail! In addition to any jail time the judge may impose the following conditions are also mandatory:

  • 10 DAYS JAIL!!
  • 12 months probation
  • Advanced DUI School
  • Substance Abuse Treatment if recommended
  • A minimum 5 YEAR drivers license suspension
  • A minimum of $1000 fine (up to $2000)
  • Court Costs
  • A 90 day vehicle impoundment.
  • A minimum 1 year ignition interlock for any car you drive including vehicles belonging to your family, friends or your work vehicle.
  • The court may also require a Victim Impact Panel

If your blow was .15 or higher the penalties are enhanced! In a case where the blow was .15 or higher, you can face up to one year in the county jail! In addition to jail, the court must impose:

  • 10 DAYS JAIL
  • 12 months probation
  • Advanced DUI School
  • Substance Abuse Treatment if recommended
  • A minimum 5 YEAR drivers license suspension
  • A minimum of $2000 fine (up to $4000)
  • Court Costs
  • A 90 day vehicle impoundment
  • A minimum of 2 year ignition interlock for any car you drive including vehicles belonging to your family, friends or your work vehicle.
  • The court may also require you to attend the Victim Impact Panel

 

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