Tennessee DUI Penalties
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Memphis Defense Attorney: Minimizing DUI Penalties
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"I will fight to minimize the personal consequences and legal penalties you may face after a DUI arrest. There is no one-size-fits-all answer. I tailor my services to your needs and goals. There is a reason to call me today so that I can get to work immediately to protect you and your family." — Paul E. Lewis
The penalties for a conviction for drunk driving in Tennessee are very serious and are largely determined by the number of convictions on your record and by any aggravating factors such as tests showing that your blood alcohol content (BAC) was 0.20 or higher, well in excess of the 0.08 limit. Every conviction includes loss of driver's license and prison time. The following is a basic breakdown of the DUI penalties in Tennessee:
- First offense: 48 hours to 1 year in jail, 1 year probation, $350 to $1,500 fine and 1 year license revocation (may be eligible for a restricted license)
- Second offense: 45 days to 1 year in jail, 1 year probation, $600 to $3,500 fine and 2 years revoked license
- Third offense: 120 days to 1 year in jail, 1 year probation, $1,100 to $10,000 fine and license revoked for 3 to 10 years
- Fourth offense: 150 days to 6 years in jail, 1 to 6 year probation, $3,000 to $10,000 fine and a minimum of 5 years without a driver's license
The police are authorized to impound your vehicle if you are arrested and have any previous DUI on your record. The court may also order that an ignition interlock device be installed in your vehicle. If you need immediate answers from a Tennessee attorney with more than 30 years of DUI experience, contact the Law Office of Paul E. Lewis today to learn more.
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A conviction for drunk driving also carries other serious DUI penalties, both legal and personal. It can threaten your professional license or even prohibit you from obtaining a professional license, cause you to lose your job, cause your automobile insurance premiums to increase dramatically or your policy to be cancelled, cause you to lose qualification for a student loan, prohibit you from entering the military and other life-altering consequences.
Guilt or innocence in DUI matters is almost never clear-cut, unless you are represented by an exceptionally qualified DUI attorney. For a free and detailed assessment of your case and sound legal advice for moving forward with an effective defense, contact our office today to schedule an appointment with Paul E. Lewis, board certified DUI specialist.
