Redmond, WA DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyers

DUI penalties are set by Washington law and depend on factors such as prior history, BAC level, and whether a test was refused.

First DUI Offense (No Prior Within 7 Years)

If your BAC is under .15%, penalties may include:

• A minimum of 1 day in jail or 15 days of Electronic Home Detention
• Fines starting at $990.50 with statutory assessments
• 90-day license suspension
• SR-22 insurance required for 3 years
• Probationary license consequences after reinstatement
• Probation monitoring for up to 5 years
• Ignition interlock requirement
• Alcohol evaluation and possible treatment

If your BAC is .15% or higher, or if you refuse testing:

• At least 2 days in jail or 30 days of Electronic Home Detention
• Fines starting at $1,245.50
• 1–2 year license revocation
• Ignition interlock requirement
• Alcohol evaluation and treatment
• Probation monitoring and additional conditions

Second DUI Offense (Within 7 Years)

Penalties may include:

• 30–45 days in jail plus Electronic Home Detention (ranges vary)
• Fines between $1,245.50 and $1,670.50
• Probation monitoring for up to 5 years
• Probationary license consequences
• SR-22 insurance for 3 years
• 2–3 year license revocation depending on BAC or refusal

Third DUI Offense (Within 7 Years)

Penalties can include:

• 90–120 days in jail plus extended Electronic Home Detention
• Fines starting at $2,095.50
• Long-term ignition interlock requirements
• Probation monitoring for up to 5 years
• 3–4 year license revocation
• Additional conditions based on the case