Maine DUI Laws, Penalties, and License SuspensionMaine 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.
Maine Laws
The following driving actions are illegal in the State of Maine:
- All drivers with a BAC of .08 or higher.
- Under 21 - Zero Tolerance
- Commercial Vehicle Driver with a BAC of .04 or higher.
Maine Penalties
First Drunk Driving Conviction
For your first OUI conviction in Maine you will receive up to 90 days in Jail and a $500 fine. Your drivers license will be immediately suspended until your day in court and for a minimum of 90 days after conviction. When your license is reinstated, it will be issued as a conditional license for the period of 1 year. If there is another conviction for OUI after the first, the conditional license will be for 10 years. A conditional license can be suspended for one year, without a preliminary hearing, for operating a vehicle with any amount of alcohol in the blood.
Second Drunk Driving Conviction
Your fine will be $700 and you will spend a minimum 7 days up to 18 months in Jail. Your drivers license will be suspended until your day of court, after that you will have your license suspended for a minimum of 18 months if you have a 2 OUI's within a 10 year period. If your second conviction is within 10 years of your previous conviction, you will be denied a work-restricted drivers license or registering a motor vehicle.
Third Drunk Driving Conviction
Your fine will be $1,100 and you will spend a minimum 30 days up to 4 years in Jail. Your drivers license will be suspended for 4 years if you have 3 OUI convictions within 10 years. If your third conviction is within 10 years of your previous conviction, you will be denied a work-restricted drivers license or registering a motor vehicle.
Fourth Drunk Driving Conviction
Your fine will be $2,100 and you will serve a minimum 6 months to 6 years in Jail. Your drivers license will also be suspended for 6 years of you have 4 or more OUI's within a 10 year period. You will also be denied a work-restricted drivers license and you will not be able to register a motor vehicle.
Maine Drivers License Issues
The implied consent law in the State of Maine deems that all drivers agree to submit to a test of their blood, breath or urine. Refusing to submit to a chemical test will bring on harsher penalties than a positive chemical test. The refusal of a chemical test brings on "Aggravated" factors to your OUI that bring additional jail time, monetary punishment and a longer license suspension.
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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:
