Kentucky DUI Laws
Kentucky DUI Laws
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Kentucky's DUI Laws and Conviction Penalties
Read about how Kentucky defines "driving under the influence" and the penalties for a first, second, and third DUI conviction in the state.
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The state of Kentucky imposes both criminal (jail time) and administrative (license suspension) penalties for first DUI in Kentucky, as well as enhanced penalties for offenses involving aggravating factors.
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Kentucky, like the rest of the nation, has a "per se" measurement for driving under the influence (DUI): a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08. For drivers under the age of 21, the BAC is set even lower at .02.
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In Kentucky, a third offense DUI within five years is considered a misdemeanor unless there are aggravating factors such as serious bodily injury or the presence of minors in the vehicle.
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In Kentucky, as in all states, it's a crime to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more. If arrested and convicted for this crime, judges typically apply a set of minimum and maximum sentencing guidelines. When determining the sentence, judges and prosecutors commonly weigh mitigating and aggravating factors.
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Kentucky’s Implied Consent Laws and Refusing a Blood or Breath Alcohol Test
In Kentucky, if you get pulled over for a DUI and the officer asks you to take a blood, breath, or urine test, do you have to take one? What happens if you refuse?
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What Is a Felony DUI in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, you can be charged with a felony DUI if you have too many prior convictions or cause injuries or the death of another person.
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Kentucky has a zero-tolerance law regarding driving after taking certain drugs or medications.
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Kentucky’s Underage DUI/OUI Laws
How Kentucky's underage DUI/OUI laws and penalties differ from that of a standard DUI/OUI