Even a first DUI carries mandatory minimum penalties under Washington law, and the consequences can affect your job, your finances, and your record for years.
A first offense is also where strong defense work makes the biggest difference. We look for every opportunity to challenge the State's case and protect your future.
Penalties for a first DUI
A first DUI conviction generally includes a mandatory minimum jail sentence (or electronic home monitoring alternative), a license suspension, fines and fees, probation, and frequently an ignition interlock device requirement. The breath-test result can increase the mandatory minimums.
Frequently asked questions
Will I go to jail for a first DUI?
Washington sets mandatory minimums for a DUI conviction, though alternatives such as electronic home monitoring may apply. Avoiding a conviction is the surest way to avoid those penalties.
Will I need an ignition interlock?
A first DUI conviction frequently requires an ignition interlock device for a period of time before full driving privileges are restored.
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