Washington DUI Penalties

Have you been accused of DUI /DWI?

Washington DUI PenaltiesWashington DUI PenaltiesIf you were arrested for drinking and driving or driving while intoxicated, you risk many penalties such as fines, jail time and operator license suspension. At Parnell Defense, I vigorously defend accused people. I am an experienced DUI lawyer in Washington state. Contact me, “Shane,” for a FREE consultation.

The following is a summary of DUI penalties. Please note: A recent change in Washington law makes a fifth DUI in 10 years a class C Felony also known as a felony DUI. This change in law took effect on July 1, 2007.

BAC UNDER .15 -OR- NO TESTNo Priors in 7 Years1 Prior in 7 Years2 or Three Priors in 7 Years
Jail Time1 day minimum
364 days maximum
30 days minimum
364 days maximum
90 days minimum
364 days maximum
Electronic Home Monitoring (EHM)Or 15 days of EHM in lieu of jail timeJail time plus 60 days of EHMJail time plus 120 days of EHM
Fine$350 minimum
$5000 maximum
$500 minimum
$5000 maximum
$1000 minimum
$5000 maximum
Driver’s License Suspension90 days2 yearsThree years
Ignition Interlock Device1 year5 years10 years
Alcohol/Drug Eval. TreatmentMandatoryMandatoryMandatory
Probation5 years5 years5 years
BAC OF .15 OR HIGHER -OR- REFUSALNo Priors in 7 Years1 Prior in 7 Years2 or Three Priors in 7 Years
Jail Time2 day minimum
364 days maximum
45 days minimum
364 days maximum
120 days minimum
364 days maximum
Electronic Home Monitoring (EHM)Or 30 days of EHM in lieu of jail timeJail time plus 90 days of EHMJail time plus 150 days of EHM
Fine$500 minimum
$5000 maximum
$750 minimum
$5000 maximum
$1500 minimum
$5000 maximum
Driver’s License Suspension1 year for breath test
2 years for refusal
900 days for breath test
Three years for refusal
4 years for breath test
4 years for refusal
Ignition Interlock Device1 year5 years10 years
Alcohol/Drug Eval. TreatmentMandatoryMandatoryMandatory
Probation5 years5 years5 years

This chart was created using the sentencing laws in place at the time of publication. Since changes in the law occur frequently, please contact me to discuss your situation before relying on this chart for accuracy.

If you were in a drunk driving accident or car collision, you need a qualified DWI lawyer to protect your rights. I will use my experience as a DUI law attorney in Washington state to help you through the DUI process, vigorously defend your case and negotiate to reduce your charges.

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