Washington Laws and Sentencing
Washington Laws and Sentencing
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Washington’s DUI Laws and Penalties
The possible jail time, license penalties, and fines for a Washington DUI conviction are set by statute. These penalties depend on the circumstances of the offense and the number of prior offenses the offender has that occurred within the last seven years.
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First-Offense DUI in Washington
The state of Washington employs a tiered system for sentencing regarding DUI cases, with lower penalties for offendors with .08 blood alcohol content (BAC) and higher penalties for offenders possessing a BAC at or above .15.
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Second Offense DUI in Washington
In Washington, a DUI (driving under the influence) is generally considered a “second offense” when the motorist has one prior DUI conviction that occurred within the past seven years. This article discusses some of the consequences of a second-offense DUI in Washington.
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Third-Offense DUI in Washington
In Washington, a DUI (driving under the influence) is generally considered a “third offense” when the motorist has two prior DUI convictions that occurred within the past seven years. This article discusses some of the consequences of a third-offense DUI in Washington.
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Washington's "24/7 Sobriety Program": Alcohol and Drug Monitoring as an Alternative to Incarceration
Read about how Washington's "24/7 Sobriety Program" offers an alternative to incarceration for DUI offenders.
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What Is a Felony DUI in Washington?
Aggravating circumstances that can elevate a DUI from a misdemeanor to a felony in Washington
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Washington’s Implied Consent Laws and Refusing a DUI Alcohol Test
In Washington, if you get pulled over for a DUI (driving under the influence) and the officer asks you to take a blood or breath test, do you have to take one? What happens if you refuse?
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Washington's Drugged Driving Laws
How Washington's DUI Laws apply to drugged driving and the penalties you can expect if convicted
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Washington's Underage Driving under the Influence (DUI) Laws
The drinking age in Washington is 21 and consumption of alcohol by anyone under 21 is illegal with the following exceptions:
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Washington’s Open Container Laws
Washington generally prohibits consumption and possession of open containers of alcohol and marijuana in motor vehicles. Read about the laws' specifics and the penalties for an open container ticket.