Penalties for Second DUI Offense:

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If you are over 21 and you are convicted of DUI, your blood alcohol level (BAC) will be used to dictate the severity of your sentence for each type of offense (first DUI offense, second DUI offense, etc.).  Keep in mind that the fines set forth below will more than double when you add in court costs and fees.

If your BAC is between .08% and .09%:

• Jail time for a second DUI conviction can be sentenced up to one year, with a five-day minimum.

• Fines can range from $2,100 to as much as $5,100, with loss of driving privileges up to 60 days.

• You will additionally lose your driver’s license for one year.

If your BAC is between .10% and .15%:

• Jail time for a second DUI runs up to two years, with a 30 day minimum.

• Fines can range from $2,500 to as much as $5,500.

• You will additionally lose your driver’s license for one year.

If your BAC is .16 or higher:

• Jail time for a second DUI can sentenced up to three years, with a 90 day minimum.

• Penalty fines can range from $3,500 to as much as $6,500, and you are required to enroll and successfully complete ADSAP.