Louisiana DUI Laws, Penalties, and License SuspensionLouisiana drunk driving laws have become more and more complicated and the penalties are more harsh that ever. The amount of alcohol a person can consume is becoming less and the effort to crack down on DUI's is rising. Most people arrested for drunk driving  have never been in trouble with the law before, this will be the first time they were handcuffed, put into the back of a police car, and tried by the state in court.
The DMV and court process is confusing and there is no room for even the slightest error. Knowing the laws, penalties, fees and process is extremely important. The biggest mistake you can make is assuming that you don't need to speak to a lawyer. DUIs are very complex and a lot is at stake. If you plead guilty to a DUI, your guilty. No reducing, no plea bargaining, just guilty. Give your case a change, talk to a lawyer. You can schedule a free, no obligation consultation with an attorney today by calling (877) 678-5640.
Louisiana Laws
The following driving actions are illegal in the State of Louisiana:
- All drivers with a BAC of .08 or higher.
- Under 21 with a BAC of .02 or higher.
- Commercial Vehicle Driver with a BAC of .04 or higher.
Louisiana Penalties
First Drunk Driving Conviction
The first DWI you receive in The State of Louisiana will go on your record as a criminal offense. You will be fined up to $1,000 and you will pay for all of the legal proceedings. You could spend up to 6 months in jail and lose your drivers license for up to 90 days if you are over 21, and up to 6 months if you are under 21.
Second Drunk Driving Conviction
On your second drunk driving conviction you will spend a minimum of 48 hours in jail, up to 6 months. You could be fined up to $1,000 and you will pay for all of the legal proceedings. You will also lose your drivers license for up to 1 year.
Third Drunk Driving Conviction
If you have a 3rd DWI conviction in the State of Louisiana you will have a felony criminal record and spend from 1 to 5 years in prison, 45 days of which is mandatory jail time. You will also be fined up to $2,000. Your drivers license will be revoked for 2 years and your automobile may be seized and sold by the state. You will also be ordered to 6 weeks of inpatient and 12 months of outpatient substance abuse treatment and have home incarceration for the remainder of your sentence. Any offender placed on probation must participate in thirty eight-hour days of court-approved community service activities.
Fourth Drunk Driving Conviction
For your 4th DWI conviction in the State of Louisiana you will have a felony criminal record and spend up to 30 years in prison, 75 days of which is mandatory jail time. You will also be fined up to $5,000. Your drivers license will be revoked for 2 years and your automobile may be seized and sold by the state. You will also be ordered to 6 weeks of inpatient and 12 months of outpatient substance abuse treatment and have home incarceration for the remainder of your sentence. Any offender placed on probation must participate in forty eight-hour days of court-approved community service activities.
Louisiana Drivers License Issues
The implied consent law in Louisiana deems that all drivers in the State of Louisiana agree to submit to a chemical test of blood, breath or urine if a peace officer has reasonable cause to believe you are under the influence of Alcohol or Drugs. If you refuse to submit to such a test your drivers license will be suspended for 180 days the first refusal. If you refuse to chemical testing for a second time your drivers license will be suspended for 545 days.
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has some very strenuous drunk driving laws. A DUI can cost you your drivers license, it caries heavy fines and penalties, and can even put you in jail. Follow the link to find out more information:
