There are many consequences of a Tennessee DUI beyond serving jail time. Loss of driver’s license, fines, higher insurance premiums, and having the conviction on your record permanently all come with the charge.

You can never have a DUI conviction expunged from your record, and you won’t be able to go on judicial diversion for it. If you are in a profession that requires a license you may have to report a conviction to your governing board.

For more information, contact Memphis DUI attorney Patrick Stegall.

Memphis DUI Penalties Overview
Offense: First Offense Second Offense Third Offense
Fine $350 – $1,500 $600 – $3,500 $1,100 – $10,000
Mandatory Jail Time 48 hours 45 days 120 days
License revocation One year Two years Six years

Detailed Memphis DUI Penalties

First offense

  • Mandatory minimum of 48 hours in jail (minimum of seven days in jail if BAC is
    .20% or higher)
  • Maximum 11 month and 29 day sentence
  • Probation for 11 months/29 days minus jail time served
  • Fine of between $350 and $1500
  • License revocation for one year; restricted license allowed
  • Court-ordered alcohol safety school and community service
  • Ignition interlock device may be required

Second offense

  • Mandatory minimum of 45 days in jail
  • Maximum 11 month and 29 day sentence
  • Probation for 11/29 minus jail time served
  • Fine of between $600 and $3500
  • License revocation for two years; not eligible for restricted license for at least one year
  • Ignition interlock device must be installed and must be kept on for six months after revocation period
  • Vehicle may be seized and forfeited

Third offense

  • Mandatory minimum 120 days in jail
  • Maximum 11 month and 29 day sentence
  • Probation for 11/29 minus jail time served
  • Fine of between $1100 and $10,000
  • Mandatory court-ordered alcohol rehab
  • License revocation for six years; no restricted license
  • Ignition interlock device required with license reinstatement if you have a prior DUI conviction within five years
  • Vehicle may be seized and forfeited

Talk to experienced Memphis DUI Lawyer, Patrick Stegall, for help with your case.