Indiana DUI Laws – 1st Offense
First offense is considered a Class C misdemeanor and results in a driver’s license suspension up to 2 years, fines up to $500 (up to $5,000 for BAC over .15%), jail term from 30-60 days (up to 1 year with BAC over .15%). Possible community service, Ignition Interlock device, Victim Impact Panel attendance and substance abuse program. If BAC test was refused, license suspension is mandatory 1 year.
Indiana DUI Laws – 2nd Offense
Second offense is considered a Class D Felony and results in a driver’s license suspension of minimum 180 days up to 2 years, fines up to $10,000, up to 2 years probation, and a jail term from 5 days to 3 years. Possible community service, Ignition Interlock device, Victim Impact Panel attendance and substance abuse program. If BAC test was refused, license suspension is mandatory 1 year.
Indiana DUI Laws – 3rd Offense
Third or subsequent offense is considered a Class D Felony and results in a driver’s license suspension of minimum 1 year up to 10 years, fines up to $10,000, up to 2 years probation, and a jail term from 10 days to 3 years. Possible community service, Ignition Interlock device, Victim Impact Panel attendance and substance abuse program. If BAC test was refused, license suspension is mandatory 1 year.
Indiana DUI Laws – Implied Consent Laws
Anyone driving a vehicle in Indiana has given implied consent to submit to a BAC test.
Indiana DUI Laws – “Per se” BAC Level
The per se BAC level in Indiana is .08% meaning anyone driving a vehicle with a BAC of .o8% or over can be charged with dui regardless of driving performance. Drivers may also be considered impaired driving with a BAC between .05%-.079%.
Indiana DUI Laws – “Zero Tolerance” BAC Level
The zero tolerance BAC level in Indiana is .o2%. Anyone under the age of 21 driving with a BAC of .02% or greater can be charged with DUI.
Indiana DUI Laws – “Enhanced Penalty” BAC Level
There are enhanced penalties in Indiana at a BAC of .15% or greater that increase fines and jail time.
