Does a Second DUI in Oregon mean jail time?

A second arrest for a DUI within a five year period counts as a second DUI offense in Oregon. A second DUI in Oregon subjects you to a minimum jail sentence of 48 hours to a maximum of one year. Jail time is up to the discretion of the judge depending on the circumstances of your arrest and previous convictions. You face fines between a minimum of $1,500 and a maximum of $6,250 plus court costs. There is a mandatory minimum one year suspension period of your license. You may be able to apply for a hardship license for a non-commercial motor vehicle license to travel to and from work and other court approved destinations such as medical appointments, job interviews or attending a drug and alcohol treatment program after the minimum suspension period. The fee for a hardship permit fee is $50.00 You must provide the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicle with proof of SR-22 insurance for a period of 3 years after you have been convicted of a drunk driving offense in order to reinstate your driver's license, and pay a reinstatement fee of $75.00.

A second DUI in Oregon is a serious offense. You face charges, jail time and mandatory suspension of your driver's license. You should hire an Oregon criminal defense attorney to represent you. The attorney is an expert regarding Oregon DUI laws and is familiar with the judges and how they conduct their courts regarding DUI matters. The attorney can assist you with an aggressive defense and help you resolve the matter. The attorney can also help you with expungement of a DUI and other related driving record charges.