Alabama DUI Laws

 

Alabama DUI Laws

Alabama DUI law penalties, fines, requirements & information.

Alabama DUI Laws Overview and Common DUI Questions

 

Q. I’ve been arrested for DUI in Alabama, what should I do?

A. If you’ve been arrested or charged with DUI / DWI in Alabama, the first thing you should do is talk with an experienced local DUI lawyer!  Alabama DUI laws are complex and an experienced Alabama DUI lawyer will be able to negotiate the best possible outcome.  Call 1.855.700.0754 for a FREE Alabama DUI consultation with a local DUI lawyer.

Q. What is the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit in Alabama?

A. Like all other states in America, the BAC legal limit in Alabama for adults is .08%.  You will be charged with a DUI in Alabama if you are found to have a BAC higher than .08.  Alabama DUI laws also state that an underage minor can be charged with DUI if they have a BAC higher than .02%.

Q. Does Alabama have an aggravated DUI charge if my BAC is extremely high?

A. Unlike some other states, Alabama does not have an enhanced or aggravated DUI penalty.

Q. Do I have to take a field sobriety test or chemical test in Alabama?

A. Like other states, Alabama DUI laws include “implied consent”, which means you are required to submit to field sobriety tests or chemical testing, or you will face serious consequences.

Q. If I’m convicted of DUI in Alabama will I lose my car?

A. Unlike some other states, Alabama DUI laws do not allow confiscation of vehicles.

Q. Will I have to use an ignition interlock device if I’m convicted of DUI in Alabama?

A. Unlike other states, Alabama DUI laws do not require the use of ignition interlock devices, even after being convicted of DUI.

Q. How much does a DUI in Alabama cost?

A first time DUI offense in Alabama can cost  between $8,000 – $11,000.

Q. Will an Alabama DUI conviction increase my auto insurance?

A. Yes, most definitely.  If you are convicted of a DUI in Alabama, your insurance could increase by $3,000 to $6,000.

Overview of Alabama DUI Law Penalties, Fines, Jail Time & Requirements

alabama-dui-logoPenalties & Fines For First DUI Conviction in Alabama

  • Imprisonment – Up to 1 year in municipal or county jail (no minimum mandatory sentence)
  • Fine – $500 – $2,000, plus an additional $100 fine assessed for Impaired Drivers Trust Fund (§32-5A-191.1)
  • Mandatory – 90-day license suspension, DUI school attendance

Penalties & Fines For Second DUI Conviction in Alabama

  • Imprisonment – 48 consecutive hours, up to 1 year, or not less than 20 days community service
  • Fine – $1,000 – $5,000, plus an additional $100 fine assessed for Impaired Drivers Trust Fund (§32-5A-191.1)
  • Mandatory – Not less than 48 hours consecutive imprisonment, or community service of not less than 20 days
  • DL Revocation – 1 year

Penalties & Fines For Third DUI Conviction Within 5 Years in Alabama

  • Imprisonment – 60 days in municipal or county jail, up to 1 year
  • Mandatory – 60-day imprisonment which cannot be probated or suspended
  • Fine – $2,000 – $10,000, plus an additional $100 fine assessed for Impaired Drivers Trust Fund (§32-5A-191.1)
  • DL Revocation – 3 years

Penalties & Fines For Fourth & Subsequent DUI Convictions Within 5 Years in Alabama (Class C Felony DUI)

  • Imprisonment – 1-10 years
  • Fine – $4,000 – $10,000
  • DL Revocation – 5 years

Alabama DUI Laws Apply To All Counties in Alabama

  • Autauga County
  • Baldwin County
  • Barbour County
  • Bibb County
  • Blount County
  • Bullock County
  • Butler County
  • Calhoun County
  • Chambers County
  • Cherokee County
  • Chilton County
  • Choctaw County
  • Clarke County
  • Clay County
  • Cleburne County
  • Coffee County
  • Colbert County

 

  • Conecuh County
  • Coosa County
  • Covington County
  • Crenshaw County
  • Cullman County
  • Dale County
  • Dallas County
  • DeKalb County
  • Elmore County
  • Escambia County
  • Etowah County
  • Fayette County
  • Franklin County
  • Geneva County
  • Greene County
  • Hale County
  • Henry County

 

  • Houston County
  • Jackson County
  • Jefferson County
  • Lamar County
  • Lauderdale County
  • Lawrence County
  • Lee County
  • Limestone County
  • Lowndes County
  • Macon County
  • Madison County
  • Marengo County
  • Marion County
  • Marshall County
  • Mobile County
  • Monroe County
  • Montgomery County

 

  • Morgan County
  • Perry County
  • Pickens County
  • Pike County
  • Randolph County
  • Russell County
  • St. Clair County
  • Shelby County
  • Sumter County
  • Talladega County
  • Tallapoosa County
  • Tuscaloosa County
  • Walker County
  • Washington County
  • Wilcox County
  • Winston County