At PLAINVIEW LEGAL GROUP PLLC, located in Norman, Oklahoma, we specialize in DUI defense and are here to help if you’ve been charged with an alcohol-related driving offense. DUI charges can carry severe penalties, including jail time, hefty fines, and license suspension. Understanding the potential consequences and how to fight these charges is crucial for protecting your future.

 

Types of DUI-Related Charges in Oklahoma

 

Oklahoma law recognizes several types of alcohol-related driving offenses, each carrying different penalties. Common charges include:

 

- Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

- Driving While Impaired (DWI)

- Actual Physical Control (APC)

- Aggravated DUI

- Child Endangerment Related to DUI

- DUI Manslaughter

 

The severity of penalties depends on factors like your blood alcohol concentration (BAC), prior offenses, and whether the case is filed in municipal or district court.

 

DUI Penalties in Oklahoma

 

1. Driving Under the Influence (DUI)

A DUI conviction in Oklahoma can lead to harsh penalties, especially if the offense is not your first.

 

- Municipal Court DUI: In municipal courts, DUI penalties can include up to six months in jail and fines up to $1,200. Specific fines and jail time depend on the local jurisdiction.

 

- State District Court DUI: A DUI filed in state district court carries more severe penalties, particularly for repeat offenders. A first-time misdemeanor DUI conviction in district court (when no injuries or minors are involved) can result in a fine of up to $1,000 and a jail sentence ranging from 10 days to one year. In many cases, first-time misdemeanor DUIs can be resolved without a conviction.

 

2. Felony DUI

A felony DUI charge arises if you have a prior DUI or APC offense on your record within the last 10 years. Prior convictions must have occurred in a court of record, such as Tulsa or Oklahoma City municipal courts.

 

- First Felony DUI: Penalties include 1 to 5 years in state prison and a fine of up to $2,500.

- Second Felony DUI (AFCF): This charge can result in 1 to 10 years in prison and fines up to $5,000.

- Third or Subsequent Felony DUI: Conviction carries 1 to 20 years in prison and fines up to $5,000.

 

3. Actual Physical Control (APC)

In Oklahoma, Actual Physical Control (APC) charges are similar to DUI but do not require proof of operating the vehicle—only the potential to operate it. APC penalties are identical to DUI penalties and can be enhanced if you have prior DUI or APC convictions.

 

4. Aggravated DUI

An aggravated DUI occurs when your BAC is 0.15% or higher. Although this does not elevate your charge to a felony, it does trigger additional penalties, such as the installation of an ignition interlock device and mandatory alcohol treatment during probation.

 

5. Driving While Impaired (DWI)

A DWI charge is filed if your BAC is between 0.06% and 0.07%. This lesser offense carries penalties that vary based on whether the charge is filed in municipal or district court. In district court, a DWI can result in fines of up to $500 and up to six months in jail. Unlike Texas, where DWI is equivalent to DUI, an Oklahoma DWI is always a misdemeanor and does not automatically trigger a license suspension.

 

Additional DUI Penalties

 

Beyond jail time and fines, a DUI conviction may also result in:

 

- Mandatory drug and alcohol treatment programs

- DUI School attendance

- Community service

- Probation fees

- Victim Impact Panel (VIP) attendance

- Installation of an ignition interlock device

 

Defending Against DUI Charges

 

Every DUI case is different. At PLAINVIEW LEGAL GROUP PLLC, our experienced DUI defense attorneys will assess the facts of your case and develop a strategy tailored to your specific situation. Whether it’s your first DUI or you’re facing felony charges, we’ll fight to reduce or dismiss the charges and minimize the impact on your life.

 

Contact Plainview Legal Group PLLC for Expert DUI Defense

 

If you’ve been charged with DUI, DWI, APC, or any other alcohol-related driving offense in Oklahoma, don’t wait to seek legal counsel. At PLAINVIEW LEGAL GROUP PLLC, we have the experience and knowledge needed to navigate complex DUI cases and secure the best possible outcome for you.

 

Call us today for a free consultation and take the first step in defending your rights.

 

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PLAINVIEW LEGAL GROUP PLLC

Phone: (405) 310-0183

Email: info@plainviewlegal.com

Office: 330 W Gray St, Ste 100, Norman, OK 73069

 

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