South Dakota DUI’ Law, Lawyers, Penalty and Fines

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A DUI charge is a serious matter. Whether it’s your first offense or your third offense, you need information and help and you need them fast. Here is your one-stop source for South Dakota DUI lawyers, South Dakota DUI laws, and what a South Dakota DUI attorney can do for you.

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South Dakota DUI Convictions:

First Offense: 

Jail:  Up to 1 year in jail.

Fine:  Up to $1,000.

License Revocation:  30 days to 1 year.

 

Second Offense: 

Jail:  Up to 1 year in jail.

Fine:  Up to $1,000.

License Revocation:  180 days to 1 year.

 

Third Offense: 

Jail:  Up to 2 years in jail.  Charged as a felony.

Fine:  Up to $2,000.

License Revocation:  1 year.

South Dakota BAC Per Se: 0.08%

High BAC: 0.17%

BAC Zero Tolerance: 0.02%

Commercial Vehicle Driver BAC While Operating a Commercial Vehicle: 0.04%

South Dakota Implied Consent Law/Test Refusal Consequences: Yes. If you refuse an alcohol test, your license will be suspended for one year.

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