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What are the consequences of a DUI conviction in Alaska?
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What are the consequences of a DUI conviction in Alaska?
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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 laws regarding individuals who are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) vary in each state. Most offenders who have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 of higher may be found guilty of a DUI offense and risk losing their driver’s license along with more severe penalties. The Alaska DUI laws require drivers to submit to a breath, blood, or urine test due to implied consent laws in the state.
Alaska State DUI Penalties
In the State of Alaska, any motorist found with a BAC of .08 of higher faces severe consequences. The penalties for offenses can be categorized as follows:
Category of Offense
Jail Time
Range of Fines Imposed
Driver’s License Suspension
First Time DUI Conviction
72 Hours Minimum
Up to $1,5000
90 Days Drivers License Suspension
Second DUI Conviction
20 Days Minimum
Up to $3,000
Minimum of One Year Driver’s License Suspension
Third DUI Conviction
60 to 120 days
$4,000 to $10,000
Minimum of 3 years or Permanent Suspension
Fourth DUI Conviction
90 to 120 days
$5,000 to $10,000
Minimum of 5 years to Permanent Suspension
Fifth DUI Conviction
240 to 360 days
$6,000 to $10,000
Minimum of 5 years to Permanent Suspension
Additional penalties may be imposed including an interlock ignition device be installed on the defendant’s vehicle, an order from the judge to attend an alcohol treatment program and an SR-22 insurance policy may be required.
Legal Advice from an Alaskan Criminal Defense Attorney
Anyone who is charged with a DUI in Alaska needs the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney. The District Attorney is charge with prosecuting offenders and making sure they spend time behind bars. It is imperative that you hire an experienced lawyer to defend your rights and hopefully keep you out of jail. Your lawyer can present evidence that may exonerate you or at least, get the charges reduced.
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