Being charged with an OUI/DUI in Connecticut is a serious matter. Law enforcement is proactive when trying to fight the effects of drunk driving and courts are aggressive towards those who are charged with the offense. If you are caught driving under the influence more than once and you are convicted, your life will be seriously impacted by administrative and criminal penalties. A second OUI/DUI is a very serious situation that calls for a quality criminal defense team. Lingenfelter Law has been a legal resource for the people of Connecticut for decades. Our firm will explore all legal means to fight these charges so they do not devastate your life and livelihood. If you need effective legal support, contact Lingenfelter Law for a consultation.
If you are arrested for a second OUI/DUI
If you are caught driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you will be detained and your car will be towed at your expense. Furthermore, you will be taken to a local police station to assess your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). You are legally over the limit if you are:
- Under 21 with a BAC of 0.02% or higher
- Over 21 with a BAC of 0.08% or higher
- A commercial driver with a BAC of 0.04% or higher
If you fail or refuse a test, you will be held under the assumption that you unlawfully operated your vehicle. If you are caught driving under the influence a second time within 10 years of a first conviction, you are facing escalating consequences, including:
- Maximum of two years of jail time and probation
- 100 hours of community service
- Fines of $1,000–$4,000
- A minimum 45-day license suspension
- At least three years required use of ignition interlock devices
Contact Our Effective CT Criminal Defense Lawyers
A first-offense OUI/DUI is a serious matter. A second OUI/DUI conviction could devastate your life. With criminal and administrative charges impacting your future, it is important to have a quality legal team fighting for you. Lingenfelter Law provides legal services for people all over Connecticut facing criminal charges. If you are facing a second OUI/DUI charge within 10 years of a first conviction, you need immediate legal support from an effective law firm. If you need our help to fight these charges, contact Lingenfelter Law for a consultation today.