The Consequences of Drunk Driving in Massachusetts
Overview
In Massachusetts, operating under the influence (OUI) laws strictly prohibit driving while intoxicated. Consequences for drunk driving convictions are severe and potentially life-altering.
Penalties
First Offense:
License suspension (45-90 days)
Fines ($500-$5,000)
Jail time (up to 2.5 years)
Ignition interlock device installation
Substance abuse treatment program
Second Offense:
License suspension (2 years)
Fines ($1,000-$10,000)
Jail time (60 days-2.5 years)
Ignition interlock device installation
Substance abuse treatment program
Third Offense:
License suspension (8 years)
Fines ($1,000-$15,000)
Jail time (180 days-2.5 years)
Ignition interlock device installation
Substance abuse treatment program
Fourth Offense:
License suspension (10 years)
Fines ($1,000-$25,000)
Jail time (1-2.5 years)
Ignition interlock device installation
Substance abuse treatment program
Additional Consequences
Increased insurance rates
Community service
Probation
Loss of commercial driver’s license (CDL)
Potential felony charges
Massachusetts OUI Laws
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limit: 0.08%
Under 21: Zero Tolerance Policy (BAC limit: 0.02%)
Refusal to take BAC test: Automatic license suspension
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If you have been charged with Operating Under the Influence (OUI, DUI, DWI all common acronyms varying by state for “Drunk Driving”) or any other crime in Massachusetts you should call an experienced and successful Drunk Driving lawyer immediately. Call Mike Now at: (508) 393-4162. I have been providing Operating Under the Influence (OUI and OUI Drugs) defense services in Massachusetts for over Thirty (30) years.
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Resources
Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)
Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV)
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
Note: Laws and penalties are subject to change. Consult the Massachusetts RMV or law enforcement agency for the most current information.