First Offense DUI/DUII in Oregon

The state of Oregon utilizes both criminal and administrative penalties in the sentencing of first DUI in Oregon cases. Likewise, t he state also utilizes enhanced penalties in certain instances for drivers found with an extreme BAC (BAC at or above .15) or drivers with child present in car (if minor was three years or younger than driver).

Administrative Penalties

• First offense DUI in Oregon results in administrative license suspension of at least ninety (90) days up to one (1) year

• Refusals to submit under implied consent laws carry automatic license suspension of one (1) year

• In any first offense case, reinstatement of license likely requires attendance at alcohol/substance abuse awareness program, attendance at victim impact panel, and use of ignition interlock device for one (1) year following reinstatement

Criminal Penalties

• First offense convictions of DUI in Oregon carry minimum incarceration of two (2) days with maximum incarceration of not more than one (1) year

• Offenders may also be required to complete up to eighty (80) hours of community service

• Fines vary, with offenders possessing BAC range of above .08 to below .15 incurring fines of at least $1,000, with fines doubled if BAC above .15. Additional fines include numerous DUI fines, fees, and surcharges of $300 at least, which do not cover expenses accrued during completion of sentence or in reinstatement process

• First offense DUI with minor in vehicle results in fines up to $10,000 in addition to any aforementioned penalties

• Convictions will influence charging and sentencing of future or subsequent DUI arrests for a period of ten (10) years

Getting Legal Help

The state of Oregon expressly prohibits pleading down DUI charges into lesser offenses, however, in any given case, pending the case-specific circumstances, a defendant is free to negotiate favorable plea bargain terms or work towards outright dismissal alongside the advice and representation of legal counsel. For more information, consult with an Oregon first offense DUI lawyer today.