What are the penalties for drunk driving?
Generally, for a first offense, any punishment may involve community service, ignition interlock devices, AA meetings, MADD victim impact meetings, a tour of the emergency room, a fine, points on your driving record, a license suspension or restriction, attendance at a DUI education course, and supervised probation for one to three years. Depending on the facts of your situation, a short jail sentence may or may not be required. A subsequent offense, within five years of the prior, will require jail time. The Court also may impose any of the above conditions. If you are found guilty at Court, and points are imposed, you may have an additional MVA hearing. As of January 1, 2007, the administrative penalties will double if you have a breath test result of .15 or more.
