DUI Attorneys in Clarksville, Tennessee
Most DUI offenses in Tennessee are misdemeanors. However, by application of “look-back” provisions, some DUIs in Tennessee are felonies. A DUI in Tennessee has a number of serious implications for the individual charged. Those difficulties will include:
Loss of driving privileges;
Forfeiture of vehicle;
Jail time;
Significant fines;
Increased insurance costs;
Unexpected costs.
DUI penalties differ for each case. In a DUI, where so much is at risk, it is important to have an experienced attorney who can guide you through the difficulties a DUI presents. DUI penalties, based on the “number” of the offense, are listed as follows:
1st Offense | 2nd Offense | 3rd Offense | 4th Offense | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Potential Punishment | Class A misdemeanor up to 11 months 29 days in jail. | Class A misdemeanor up to 11 months 29 days in jail. | Class A misdemeanor up to 11 months 29 days in jail. | Class E felony up to 6 years in the penitentiary. |
Jail Time? | Minimum 48 hours in jail. | Minimum 45 days in jail. | Minimum 120 days in jail. | Minimum 150 days in jail. |
Loss of Driver's License? | 11 months 29 days. | 2-year loss of license. | 6-10-year loss of license. | Minimum 8-year loss of license. |
Can you get a Restricted License? | Possible. If no serious bodily injury or death occurred. None available for CMV driver's license. | After expiration of one-year license revocation. | None. No restricted license available. | None. No restricted license available. |
Fines? | Minimum $350.00 Maximum $1500 | Minimum $600.00 Maximum $3500 | Minimum $1100.00 Maximum $10000 | Minimum $3000.00 Maximum $15000 |
Vehicle Forfeiture? | Possible. | Discretionary. | Discretionary. | Discretionary. |