Knoxville DUI Lawyer Steve Oberman
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First Offense

DUI penalties will differ in each case, depending on particular facts and circumstances. This summary is intended to be general in nature, therefore, information should not be relied upon without individual consultation with a well qualified lawyer.

First Offense
Second Offense
Third Offense
Fourth Offense
Other Consequences
First Offense - Sentence is 11 months, 29 days

Details
Jail Time if 21 Years of Age or Over 24 hours to 11 months, 29 days, or 7 days if blood alcohol concentration is .20% or higher
Jail Time if 18 to 21
Years of Age
48 hours to 11 months, 29 days, or 7 days if blood alcohol concentration is .20% or higher
Probationary Period
11 months, 29 days less the time spent in jail
Fine $350 - $1,500
Highway Litter Removal Mandatory 24 hours
DUI Assessment Mandatory alcohol and drug addiction assessment and fee of $100.00 for each conviction
DUI School/Alcohol
Rehabilitation
DUI School required to regain
driver's license; may be ordered by the court
Volunteer Community
Work
May be ordered by the court
License Revocation 1 year; eligible for restricted
license if meet all other
qualifications
Ignition Interlock
Device
May be ordered by the court
Vehicle Forfeiture
Not authorized
The Oberman Law Firm
550 Main St. Suite 730
Knoxville, Tennessee TN 37902
Phone: (865) 249-7200
Fax: (865) 540-1696
Email: info@tndui.com

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