Washington State DUI Penalties
A DUI arrest is a serious offense. If you have been charged with DUI, you need to take immediate action to safeguard your rights. Your privilege to drive is also at stake and the DOL doesn't wait until you have been criminally charged to begin the suspension process. Contact Nathan L. Webb today for a free consultation or call us at (425)398-4323.
The following outlines the various mandatory penalties violators face when a DUI conviction occurs in Washington State (RCW 46.61.5055 – effective July 1, 2007).
1st Offense (no DUIs w/in the past 7 yrs) and Breath Test below .15: • 1 day jail (may be converted to 15 days of Electronic Home Monitoring at violator’s expense) • 90 day license suspension • Not less than $350 (plus other court costs and fees) • Ignition interlock requirement for 1 year • Up to 5 years probation • Alcohol assessment and follow-up treatment • Denial of entry into Canada by Canadian Consulate
The following outlines the various mandatory penalties violators face when a DUI conviction occurs in Washington State (RCW 46.61.5055 – effective July 1, 2007).
1st Offense (no DUIs w/in the past 7 yrs) and Breath Test below .15: • 1 day jail (may be converted to 15 days of Electronic Home Monitoring at violator’s expense) • 90 day license suspension • Not less than $350 (plus other court costs and fees) • Ignition interlock requirement for 1 year • Up to 5 years probation • Alcohol assessment and follow-up treatment • Denial of entry into Canada by Canadian Consulate