What To Expect After Your First, Second, Or Third DUI Offense

Washington State has some of the harshest DUI penalties in the U.S. Even though it’s your first offense, you can still be subject to fines, license suspensions, ignition interlock devices, and other potential consequences. If this is your first offense, penalties won’t be as harsh as a second or third DUI defense. Below are potential consequences you could face and how they differ from a second or third offense. If your blood alcohol was reported below .15, you could be facing the following consequences below.

BAC < .15 or No Test Result	No Prior Offense	One Prior Offense	Two Prior Offenses
Jail Time	1 - 364 Days	30 - 364 Days	90 - 364 Days
Electronic Home Monitoring	15 Days In Lieu Of Jail	60 Days	120 Days And 8 Days Jail Min.
Fines	$990.50 - $5,000	$1,245.50 - $5,000	$2,095.50 - $5,000
License Suspension	90 Days	2 Years	3 Years
Alcohol/Drug Ed./Victim Impact or Treatment	As Ordered	As Ordered	As Ordered
Expanded Substance Use Disorder Assessment/Treatment	N/A	Mandatory/Treatment If Appropriate	Mandatory/Treatment If Appropriate

If your blood alcohol was reported at or above .15, you could be facing the following consequences below.

BAC ≥ .15 or No Test Result	No Prior Offense	One Prior Offense	Two Prior Offenses
Jail Time	2 - 364 Days	45 - 364 Days	120 - 364 Days
Electronic Home Monitoring	30 Days In Lieu Of Jail	90 Days	150 Days And 10 Days Jail Min.
Fines	$1,245.50 - $5,000	$1,670.50 - $5,000	$2,945.50 - $5,000
License Suspension	90 Days	2 Years	3 Years
Alcohol/Drug Ed./Victim Impact or Treatment	As Ordered	As Ordered	As Ordered
Expanded Substance Use Disorder Assessment/Treatment	N/A	Mandatory/Treatment If Appropriate	Mandatory/Treatment If Appropriate

The number of times that you’ve been charged with a DUI will determine the way that a defense attorney will view your case. To find the full Washington State court DUI sentencing grid, click here.

If you are facing your first DUI charge, you are likely wondering what your next steps would be. Navigating the legal system is an incredibly complex and challenging process, but important in mitigating potential legal consequences. At Verity Criminal Defense, we have a proven record of defending DUI cases. ​​Contact the experts at Verity Criminal Defense to request a free case review. We will help you navigate the legal system and mitigate consequences.

Jon LewisSeptember 26, 2024dui attorney, DUI, dui lawyer

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