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DUI Penalties: Second, Third and Fourth DUI Offense

Being charged with one DUI is bad, but what happens when you face subsequent charges? This is unfortunately all too often of an occurrence and can lead to severe penalties that cause even more damage than they did for the first offense.

For this reason, should be criminally charged with multiple DUI offenses, it is highly recommended that you do not hesitate to contact an experienced Jacksonville criminal defense lawyer that you can fully trust. Under §316.193 of the Florida Code, the penalties that you will be at risk of for a second, third, fourth and subsequent DUI offense include the following.

Second DUI Offense

A monetary fine between $1000 and $2000;
Incarceration for up to nine months;
Mandatory placement of an ignition interlock device for a year;
Possible mandatory attendance in a substance abuse program;
Thirty day impoundment of your vehicle; and
Subject to a loss of your driving privileges for up to five years

Third DUI Offense (More than 10 years later)

A monetary fine between $2000 and $5000;
Incarceration for up to twelve months;
Mandatory placement of an ignition interlock device for two years;
Possible mandatory attendance in a substance abuse program;
Ninety day impoundment of your vehicle; and
Subject to a loss of your driving privileges for up to ten years

Fourth or Subsequent DUI Offense

A minimum monetary fine of $2000;
Incarceration for up to five years;
Mandatory placement of an ignition interlock device for two years;
Possible mandatory attendance in a substance abuse program;
Ninety day impoundment of your vehicle; and
Subject to a permanent loss of your driving privileges

Charged with multiple DUI? We could help!

If you are facing criminal charges for drunken driving, you do not have a moment to lose. Dealing with something of this magnitude is frightening and complex - to ensure that you are doing everything possible to protect your best interests, it is highly encouraged that you have an experienced criminal defense lawyer from our firm. At Ellerin | Hutchinson, we know what is on the line when facing the possibility of a DUI conviction and we will stop at nothing in our efforts to help you obtain the just outcome that you deserve. No matter the exact circumstances of your arrest - or even if you're just looking for answers regarding the DHSMV hearing - we highly encourage you to contact our legal team today.

Charged with multiple DUI? Please contact a Jacksonville DUI defense lawyer from Ellerin | Hutchinson for aggressive defense as soon as possible!