What Do I Do After I Get A DUI

WHAT DO I DO AFTER I GET A DUI? PRICE OF A DUI The cost of alcohol-induced traffic incidents cost the public roughly Every 39 minutes, on average, a drunk S114.3 billion per year driver kills an innocent motorist in the US. $51.1 in monetary costi $62.3 in life lobbes WHAT WILL HAPPEN AFTER RECEIVING A DUI COURT IGNITION INTERLOCKS Offenders must attend a court hearing within 1-2 weeks after their arrest. A BAC over .08 in all 50 Ignition interlocks require the driver breathe into a Breathalyzer system that's connected to the vehicle's engine. states is considered a DUI. Anything over a .08 will result in a DUI conviction. First-time offenders are Testing is required to: 1. Start the vehicle 2. Keep the car running If alcohol is detected the vehicle will not start and if the car is in motion it will disable the ignition. Some systems honk the vehicle's horn and flash headlights to alert local authorities, which will result in a second DUI. usually charged with misdemeanors. DUI Sentencing Factors Depend on: • State law · BAC level of impairment • Whether an accident occurred • If said accident caused bodily harm · Mitigating factors (character references, military service, willingness to participate in DUI classes/treatment) Cost: Up to $200 installation fee and $80 per month for maintenance. SR-22 InsuRANCE 14 states require ignition interlock systems for 1o all DUI offenders. SR-22 form is used to reinstate driving privilege for people with a DUI, which can increase your insurance premium significantly, and must be carried for at least three years. This form will put first-time offenders into the "high-risk" category. DUI EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Getting the privilege to drive again requires educational programs at a state approved driving school. On average, a DUI offender's insurance can increase DUI offenders typically have 21 days from their court date to enroll in a state approved driving school. Counter attack is one of these schools and requires 12 hours of instruction with a registration fee around by 30% depending on the coverage written. FEES $250. First-time offenders must pay court fees, fines, and possibly have their license revoked or face jail time. GETTING HELP FOR ALCOHOLISM' Court costs, fines, and other fees for first-time offenders can average anywhere from $6,000-$15,000 If counselors of the DUI education program notice an alcoholic offender they may require that person to attend support group meetings and treatment in a rehab facility. 42 states suspend licenses for first-time offenders. RESTRICTED LICENSE A RESTRICTED An estimated 13 million Americans suffer from substance abuse. How to receive a restricted license: Show proof of enrollment in a DUI educational 2 million problem drinkers are now sober thanks to Alcoholics Anonymous support groups. program Show proof of SR-22 Pay re-issue fee at the state licensing authority Every year 14 million first-time offenders are arrested for a DUI. To return to full driving privileges, a $250 reinstatement fee must be paid. RISKS OF URIVING UNDER THE INFLUENNCE OF ALCOHOL 1. DUI 2. DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY TO YOU OR OTHER MOTORISTS 3. POSSIBLE JAIL TIME 4. CHANCE OF LOSING JOB 5. SUSPENDED LICENSE 6. HARSH FINES AND FEES SR-22 INSURANCE Associated with: DUI or serious moving violation At-fault accidents without insurance Too many points, tickets, or reoccurring traffic violations Suspended or revoked licenses 12 SR-22 Insurance clients cannot: 1. Commit a criminal offense 2. Drive with any measurable alcohol in their blood 3. Refuse a chemical test 4. Fail to pay fines, assessment, or restitution 13 State requirements (based off California's min. coverage): ' $15,000 Bodily injury liability per person $30,000 Bodily injury liability per accident (more than one person injured) $5,000 Property damage liability per accident 14 How TO GET SR-22 INSURANCE 1. After the court order requires an SR-22, contact insurance agent 2. Details needed to file include: Name Street address Driver's license number Social Security number Auto insurance policy number Make, model, year of vehicle Start and end date of insurance coverage 3. Car insurance rep must sign and date form. 4. Carry the SR-22 insurance for a minimum of three years. 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