Jail: An OWI carries a possible penalty of 60 days to one year in jail, with no mandatory minimum sentence.
Fine: A possible fine of $500 to $5,000, with no mandatory minimum.
License Suspension
A test of .08% BAC or higher will result in a 180 days administrative suspension of your driving privileges. The 180 day suspension may be reduced to as little as 30 days if your case is concluded.
Hardship License
You can obtain a hardship license after 30 days of the administrative suspension.
Deferment
In Indiana, 1st offenders are eligible for deferment of charges provided they complete an alcohol evaluation and treatment program. Upon successful completion, charges are dismissed. An individual may participate only once in this program.
Alcohol Evaluation & Treatment
Court ordered, and a prerequisite for first offender deferent. Treatment options depend on the outcome of the evaluation.
Test Refusal
You are required to submit to any chemical (blood, breath or urine) test offered by an officer. There is a one year license suspension if you refuse to submit to a chemical test.
Ignition Interlock
As a condition of being granted a probationary license, you may be required to operate only vehicles equipped (at your own expense) with an ignition interlock, which prevents you from driving the car if you have any alcohol in your system.
Fine: A possible fine of $500 to $5,000, with no mandatory minimum.
License Suspension
A test of .08% BAC or higher will result in a 180 days administrative suspension of your driving privileges. The 180 day suspension may be reduced to as little as 30 days if your case is concluded.
Hardship License
You can obtain a hardship license after 30 days of the administrative suspension.
Deferment
In Indiana, 1st offenders are eligible for deferment of charges provided they complete an alcohol evaluation and treatment program. Upon successful completion, charges are dismissed. An individual may participate only once in this program.
Alcohol Evaluation & Treatment
Court ordered, and a prerequisite for first offender deferent. Treatment options depend on the outcome of the evaluation.
Test Refusal
You are required to submit to any chemical (blood, breath or urine) test offered by an officer. There is a one year license suspension if you refuse to submit to a chemical test.
Ignition Interlock
As a condition of being granted a probationary license, you may be required to operate only vehicles equipped (at your own expense) with an ignition interlock, which prevents you from driving the car if you have any alcohol in your system.
