I just got charged with my first DUI. What will a DUI charge and conviction cost me? What are the DUI fees and fines?

Question: I just got pulled over for driving exactly at .08 and was issued a DUI charge. I am really worried about the costs and the fines this will all cost me. I barely have enough savings every month after my bills.

Response by Xiangjun W.: On average, they say a DUI will cost one about $10,000.

Here is a list of some of the common fees you pay:

• Bail $100-$2,500
• Towing/Impound Lot (charged by the day) - $100-$1,500
• Insurance Increases (varies, but you can count on huge premium increases)
• Fines - Depending on which conviction and the nature of it, $300-1,200
• Alcohol Education and Treatment - may be optional
• Legal Fees - $1,000-$20,000
• License Reinstatement Fee - $60-$300
• Miscallenous Fees $50-$400

Please read this article written by a Lawyer about the Cost of a DUI Charge

Al though it may be an additional expense to hire a lawyer, they are effective at negotiating reduced sentencing, avoiding jail time, and also may be able to have the charge dropped all together.

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