Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol

A person who operates a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or above is considered to be driving under the influence.

First Offense - BAC 0.08% but less than 0.10%

• 3 months driving privilege suspension
• $250-$400 fine
• 12-48 hours at intoxicated driver resource center (IDRC)
• Maximum 30 days imprisonment

First Offense - BAC 0.10% or higher

• 7 months to1 year driving privilege suspension
• $300-$500 fine
• 12-48 hours IDRC
• 30 days maximum imprisonment*

Second Offense

• 2 years driving privilege suspension
• $500-$1,000 fine
• 30 days community service
• 12-48 hours IDRC
• 48 hours - 90 days imprisonment*

Third Offense

• 10 years driving privilege suspension
• $1,000 fine
• 90 days maximum community service
• 12-48 hours IDRC
• 180 days imprisonment*

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