Second Offense Dui

• Does a first DUI offense appear on my criminal record?

  ...fusing, so it’s always best to consult a DUI lawyer before breathing a sigh of relief. First-Offense DUI: Misdemeanor, Gross Misdemeanor, or Felony? If you’ve been arrested for drunk dri...

• Will a DUI first offense affect my auto insurance?

  Each auto insurance company adopts its own policies regarding drunk driving. But with most carriers you will find that a DUI first offense will classify you as a "high risk driver," causing a spike in...

• Why would someone facing a DWI offense consider a plea bargain?

  A plea bargain is a common legal practice. Ninety percent of all convictions today result from plea bargains. Many DUI cases begin with plea bargain offers from the prosecutor, allowing you to plead g...

• If I commit a DUI offense for the first time how long will my license be suspended?

  Regardless if it's your first DUI offense or third, you will be saddled with a suspended license. Suspension length varies with each state (see grid below), often contingent on age and BAC. In additi...

• What happens if I am younger than 21 when I got a DUI offense?

  Being charged with a DUI offense carries big penalties, especially if you're a relatively new driver under the age of 21. Besides receiving a suspended license you could, depending on your state and ...

• What is the penalty for a first offense DUI conviction?

  Each state follows different DUI or DWI laws. This means penalties vary by state depending on the severity of the situation (driver's age, blood alcohol content [BAC], any passengers under a certain a...

• Is drunk driving a felony?

  Yes – at some point. A simple citation for DUI (and by “simple” we mean one that involves only drunk driving and not additional crimes such as property or bodily damage or manslaugh...

• What is an expungement in relation to a background check of an individual's records?

  An expungement is the removal of an infraction from your criminal history background. Under normal circumstances, any offense you have committed, even after you have served your penalty, can appear o...

• What is the DUI penalty for a third DUI conviction?

  This grid below lists, by state, the kinds of penalties you can expect upon a third DUI or DWI conviction. Use the grid as a reference, but note that it’s best to consult a DUI lawyer if you&rs...

• What are the fines and fees for a DUI conviction?

  If you’re arrested for and convicted of drunk driving, the fines and fees you’ll have to pay will depend on your state’s DUI laws, and those laws will take into consideration both th...

• When does a DUI misdemeanor become a DUI felony?

  Driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) is defined as the act of operating a vehicle after consuming alcohol or any other intoxicating substance. The legal limit in all 5...

• What happens after my second DUI conviction?

  Check your state in the grid below, which outlines the kinds of penalties you can expect if you receive a second DUI conviction. You probably already know that the penalties for drunk driving vary bo...

• Will my drivers license be suspended or revoked if I am arrested for drunk driving?

  Most likely. Looking at the grid below, you’ll see that nearly every state lists a suspended or revoked license as one of the penalties for drunk driving. Of course, every state handles DUI pen...

• What happens if teen drivers get a traffic ticket during the licensing process?

  Teen drivers are held under the proverbial microscope, monitored closely for any hints of reckless driving habits. Consequently, the ramifications for a traffic violation carry greater repercussions f...

• Does getting a DUI automatically result in a suspended license?

  Driving is a privilege, not a legal right. In every state, drivers can have their license taken away if they are found guilty of behaviors that endanger the safety of other motorists. This includes d...

• Do DUIs And DWIs count as traffic violations?

  No. In most states, DUI and DWI offenses are considered to be crimes - not merely traffic violations. This is a natural progression of the movement of the last decade or so to toughen drunk driving la...

• How long will I have a suspended license after being arrested for drunk driving?

  Not only does that depend on your state, but also that depends on your state’s own DUI laws. The best way to get the most accurate, up-to-date information specific to your situation is to consu...

• Will traffic school remove a DUI from my driving record?

  No, traffic school will not remove a DUI from your driving record. Traffic school is intended for minor offenses like stop sign violations and minor speeding tickets. A DUI is a very serious drivin...

• Is there a way to permanently clear my driving record?

  Clearing a Record Unless the information on your driving record is erroneous or inaccurate, the only way to permanently clear your driving record is to wait for the statute of limitations to take eff...

• What is a DWI vs. DUI?

  This DWI vs. DUI question is a common one, and it turns out there's usually little - if any - difference between the two. DWI stands for "driving while intoxicated" while DUI means "driving under the...