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Does BAC make a difference in jail sentencing for a DUI?
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Does BAC make a difference in jail sentencing for a DUI?
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Get Informed - DUI/DWI Law Information
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DUI Basics
Get the low down on the law and what you can expect if you're arrested and charged with a DUI.
Get the low down on the law and what you can expect if you're arrested and charged with a DUI.
Your DUI and the DMV
Besides the court and criminal charge the Department of Motor Vehicles will also bring you grief.
Besides the court and criminal charge the Department of Motor Vehicles will also bring you grief.
DUI Arrests, Police Reports, Arraignments, and Fees
After you're arrested, booked and released, you'll need to get ready for your arraignment.
After you're arrested, booked and released, you'll need to get ready for your arraignment.
DUI/DWI Charges and Penalties
After a DUI conviction expect fines, license suspension, DUI school, and sometimes jail.
After a DUI conviction expect fines, license suspension, DUI school, and sometimes jail.
Fighting a DUI
You may have options to lessen the sentence, get a reduced charge or get the case dismissed.
You may have options to lessen the sentence, get a reduced charge or get the case dismissed.
Getting Help with a DUI/DWI Charge
There are some things you can do yourself and some which require the help of an attorney.
There are some things you can do yourself and some which require the help of an attorney.
The jail sentence for DUI can vary based on a number of factors including:
Your BAC can also make a difference as well. If you are close to the legal limit, then you may be able to plea bargain the case down or argue for leniency in sentencing and avoid jail time altogether, especially for a first offense. If, on the other hand, your BAC is way above the legal limit, then you are viewed as more of a risk and you may face more serious charges. In some cases, those with an extreme DUI may also face more jail time than if you had been closer to the legal limit.
Whenever you are arrested for DUI, it is important to contact a lawyer. An attorney can explain to you what potential consequences you are facing and can help you to explore your options for handling the DUI charges against you.
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