Our attorneys can help you with a DUI charge. Our attorneys explain that the consequences of a DUI conviction are not as severe for a first offender as they are for a repeat offender.
One of the most significant penalties that a first offender can face is the loss of driving privileges. A first offender faces a three-month suspension of his or her driver’s license. A first offender receives 12 points on his or her driver’s license. Before the individual’s license will be reinstated, he or she must complete an alcohol treatment program.
First offenders are subject to criminal penalties. These penalties include a mandatory period of incarceration of at least five days unless they complete some alcohol treatment. When a person goes to jail for five days, they may lose a job and professional standing in the community.
The amount of jail time that the person can be received can be much higher – up to a full year. The higher the defendant’s blood alcohol content level, the more likely it is for him or her to receive jail time. Our attorneys may be able to assure that you serve no jail on your first offense.
Additionally, first-time offenders are required to pay a fine. This fine is between $600 and $1,000. However, there may be additional monetary costs, such as being required to pay for the installation of an ignition interlock device. Our DUI attorney will attempt to minimize the potential consequences associated with your DUI charges.