DUI Reduction Pathways in Washington State
Not every DUI results in a conviction on your record.
With the right defense, charges may be amended down to lesser offenses.
Driving Under the Influence (Refusal or BAC .15+ (with no priors))
Gross Misdemeanor with maximum sentence up to 364 days and a $5,000 fine
Mandatory Minimum of 48 hours in jail and a $1,245.50 fine
License Suspension:
Above .15 BAC: 1 year
Refusal: 2 years
Ignition Interlock Device Requirement
Driving Under the Influence (BAC below .15 (with no priors))
Gross Misdemeanor with maximum sentence up to 364 days and a $5,000 fine
Mandatory Minimum of 24 hours in jail and a $990.50 fine
License Suspension: 90 days
Ignition Interlock Device Requirement
Reckless Driving
Gross Misdemeanor with maximum sentence up to 364 days and a $5,000 fine
License Suspension: 30 days
Ignition Interlock Device Requirement
ONLY if you had a prior DUI within 7 years OR your original charge was Violation of Vehicular Homicide (RCW 46.61.520) or Vehicular Assault (RCW 46.61.522) committed while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or any drug
Negligent Driving 1st Degree
Misdemeanor with maximum sentence up to 90 days and a $1,000 fine
Mandatory $145.50 criminal traffic offense fine
Negligent Driving 2nd Degree
Traffic infraction, only punishable with a fine
Typical fine requested is $559 with admission