DWI Penalties (BAC of .08 or higher)
Jail
One year.
Fines
$1,000 for first offense DWI.
License Suspension
A 60 day license suspension for the first offense.
Points on License
12 points.
Probation
Most first offenders with low BACs can get probation. This depends on the judge. The court may wish to see an alcohol evaluation, and to see a sincere desire to learn about alcohol and driving on your part. In less congested, more rural areas, you may get a short jail sentence with probation.
Alcohol Ignition Interlock
As a condition of probation, the court may require you to install the device at your expense. An ignition interlock prevents you from operating your vehicle if you have any alcohol in your system. Motor Vehicles Administration (MVA) can offer this as an alternative to longer suspension periods.
One year.
Fines
$1,000 for first offense DWI.
License Suspension
A 60 day license suspension for the first offense.
Points on License
12 points.
Probation
Most first offenders with low BACs can get probation. This depends on the judge. The court may wish to see an alcohol evaluation, and to see a sincere desire to learn about alcohol and driving on your part. In less congested, more rural areas, you may get a short jail sentence with probation.
Alcohol Ignition Interlock
As a condition of probation, the court may require you to install the device at your expense. An ignition interlock prevents you from operating your vehicle if you have any alcohol in your system. Motor Vehicles Administration (MVA) can offer this as an alternative to longer suspension periods.