The following information may not contain all possible penalties for DUI offenses. Because of the frequent legislative changes concerning DUI law, visitors are urged not to rely solely on these charts. The specific and most current DUI penalties may be found in Section 316.193, Florida Statutes. You should contact me concerning your particular case.
First Offense DUI Penalties |
|
Minimum Penalty |
Maximum Penalty |
Fine |
$500 |
$1,000 |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
$1,000 |
$2,000 |
Probation |
One Day |
One Year |
Jail Time |
Day of Arrest |
Six Months |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
Day of Arrest |
Nine Months |
License Suspension |
180 Days |
One Year |
Impoundment |
Mandatory Ten Day Period |
Ignition Interlock Device |
None |
Six Months |
Other Penalties |
50 hours of community service. Successful completion of an approved DUI Counter Attack School, be evaluated for any substance abuse problems, and undergo any recommended treatment. Additionally, local custom requires completion of a Victims Awareness Class. |
Second Offense Within Five Years of First DUI Conviction |
|
Minimum Penalty |
Maximum Penalty |
Fine |
$1,000 |
$2,000 |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
$2,000 |
$4,000 |
Probation |
One Day |
One Year |
Jail Time |
Ten Days |
Nine Months |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
Ten Days |
Twelve Months |
License Suspension |
Five Years |
Impoundment |
30 Days |
Ignition Interlock Device |
For a Minimum of One Year ; 2 years if BAC >= .15 or a minor in the car |
Other Penalties |
Successful completion of an approved DUI Counter Attack School, be evaluated for any substance abuse problems, and undergo any recommended treatment. |
Third DUI Within Ten Years of Prior Conviction |
|
Minimum Penalty |
Maximum Penalty |
Fine |
$2,000 |
$5,000 |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
$4,000 |
$5,000 |
Probation |
One Day |
One Year |
Jail Time |
30 Days |
Twelve Months |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
30 Days |
Twelve Months |
License Suspension |
Ten Years |
Impoundment |
90 Days |
Ignition Interlock Device |
At Least Two Years |
Other Penalties |
Successful completion of an approved DUI Counter Attack School, be evaluated for any substance abuse problems, and undergo any recommended treatment. Can become 3rd degree felony. |
Fourth DUI Charged as a Misdemeanor |
|
Minimum Penalty |
Maximum Penalty |
Fine |
$2,000 |
$5,000 |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
$4,000 |
$5,000 |
Probation |
One Day |
One Year |
Jail Time * |
Day of Arrest |
Twelve Months |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
Day of Arrest |
Twelve Months |
License Suspension |
Permanent Revocation |
Impoundment |
Mandatory Ten Day Period |
Ignition Interlock Device |
At Least Two Years |
Other Penalties |
Successful completion of an approved DUI Counter Attack School, be evaluated for any substance abuse problems, and undergo any recommended treatment. |
Fourth DUI Charged as a Felony |
|
Minimum Penalty |
Maximum Penalty |
Fine |
$2,000 |
$5,000 |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
$4,000 |
$5,000 |
Probation |
One Day |
Five Years |
Jail Time * |
Day of Arrest |
Five Years |
If BAC >= .15; Or a minor was in vehicle |
Day of Arrest |
Five Years |
License Suspension |
Permanent Revocation |
Impoundment |
Mandatory Ten Day Period |
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