What are the penalties if I am convicted or plea guilty to driving while intoxicated (DWI)?
First Offense* (1)Fine $250.00-$400.00 (2)Drunk Driving Enforcement Fund $100.00 (3)Court Costs $3.00-$33.00 (4) Victims of Violent Crime $50.00 (5) Safe Neighborhood Surcharge $75.00 (6)Physician’s Fee $0.00 – $20.00 Total Fee $478.00-$678.00 Attendance of Course at Intoxicated Resource Center 12-48 hours Loss of License 6-12 months Imprisonment 0-30 days Restoration of driving privileges is not automatic and is subject to Division of Motor Vehicle Approval. Second Offense* (1)Fine $500.00 -$1000.00 (2)Drunk Driving Enforcement $100.00 (3)Court Costs $3.00 – $33.00 (4)Victims of Violent Crime $50.00 (5)Safe Neighborhood Surcharge 75.00 (6)Physician’s Fee$0.00 – $20.00 Total Fee $728.00 -$1278.00 Loss of License 2 years Community Service 30 days Imprisonment 2-90 days Imprisonment can be commuted to 48 hours Intoxicated Driver Resource Center and inpatient rehabilitation treatment. Restoration of driving privileges is not automatic and is subject to Division of Motor Vehicle Approval.