TN DUI PENALTIES FIFTH OFFENSE DUI
TN DUI penalties will differ in each case, depending on particular facts and circumstances. This summary of 5th offense DUI penalties is intended to be general in nature. Additional penalties exist, and therefore the information on this web page should not be relied upon without individual consultation with a well-qualified DUI attorney in Tennessee.
Fifth Offense DUI TN Penalties – Sentence is one to six years (Class E felony)
Details
Jail Time | Mandatory minimum 150 days to 12 years |
Probationary Period | 2-12 years less the time spent in jail |
Fine | $3,000 – $15,000 |
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; Mandatory participation in a rehabilitation program |
Volunteer Community Work | May be ordered by the court |
License Revocation | 8 years; eligible for a restricted license with an ignition interlock device Ignition Interlock Device: Mandatory |
Ignition Interlock Device | Mandatory with license reinstatement if prior DUI in last 5 years |
Vehicle Forfeiture | Authorized |
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