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DUI penalties will differ in each case, depending on the particular facts and circumstances. This summary is intended to be general in nature; therefore, this information should not be relied upon without individual consultation with a well qualified lawyer.
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Penalty |
First Offense |
Second Offense |
Third Offense |
Fourth and Subsequent Offenses |
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Jail Time |
48 hours to 11 months, 29 days |
45 days to 11 months, 29 days |
120 days to 11 months, 29 days |
1-6 years |
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Fine |
$350 - $1,500 |
$600 - $3,500 |
$1,100 - $10,000 |
$3,000 - $15, 000 |
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DUI School/Alcohol Rehab |
DUI School |
Alcohol Rehab |
Alcohol Rehab |
Alcohol Rehab |
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Volunteer Community Work |
optional |
optional |
optional |
optional |
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License Revocation |
1 year; eligible for restricted license if meet all other qualifications |
2 years; not eligible for restricted driver’s license for at least one year |
3 years minimum to 10 years maximum; not eligible for restricted driver’s license |
5 years minimum; not eligible for a restricted driver’s license |
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Sentence/Probation |
11 months, 29 days |
11 months, 29 days |
11 months, 29 days |
1-6 years |
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Ignition Interlock Device |
optional |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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no |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Any complaint of unethical conduct by a participating lawyer may be filed with the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility by contacting them as follows:
Board of Professional Responsibility |
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