Penalties
for Juveniles
(someone under the age of 18) Convicted of DUI
First
Offense
- One
day detention
- Two
year license suspension
- $100
to $500 fine plus surcharges
- Court
ordered substance abuse counseling which you pay for
- Community
Service
Second
Offense
- 30
days detention
- Two
year license suspension
- $100
to $500 fine plus surcharges
- Court
ordered substance abuse counseling which you pay for
- Community
Service
In
addition to the sanctions imposed by the court for the violations
previously listed, if you can find an insurance carrier that will
insure you, your premiums will increase significantly. DUI convictions
can eliminate you from qualifying for college degrees, scholarships
and employment.
If
you injure or kill someone while driving impaired, the penalties
increase significantly to include long term state prison sentences.
Remember…
You
Drink & Drive. YOU LOSE!
Driving
While Impaired Is A Crime!
Highway
safety is everyone’s responsibility.
It
is up to all of us to be responsible motorists. Driving safely sets
a good example for others, especially young people.
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