North Dakota DUI Laws – 1st Offense
First offense results in a driver’s license suspension from 30 days to 1 year, a fine of $1,000, and jail term of up to 1 year. A restricted license may be available if Proof of Financial Responsibility can be determined.
North Dakota DUI Laws – 2nd Offense
Second offense results in a driver’s license suspension from 180 days to 1 year, a fine of $2,000, and jail term of up to 1 year. Completion of a chemical dependency program will be required. A restricted license may be available if Proof of Financial Responsibility can be determined.
North Dakota DUI Laws – 3rd Offense
Third offense is considered a Class 6 Felony and results in a driver’s license suspension for 1 year, a fine of up to $4,000, and jail term of up to 2 years. Completion of a chemical dependency program will be required. A restricted license may be available if Proof of Financial Responsibility can be determined.
North Dakota DUI Laws – Implied Consent Laws
Anyone driving a vehicle in North Dakota has given implied consent to submit to a BAC test. Refusal results in a minimum 1 year license suspension.
North Dakota DUI Laws – “Per se” BAC Level
The per se BAC level in North Dakota is .08% meaning anyone driving a vehicle with a BAC of .o8% or over can be charged with dui regardless of driving performance.
North Dakota DUI Laws – “Zero Tolerance” BAC Level
The zero tolerance BAC level in North Dakota is .o2%. Anyone under the age of 21 driving with a BAC of .02% or greater can be charged with DUI.
North Dakota DUI Laws – “Enhanced Penalty” BAC Level
There are no enhanced penalties in North Dakota.
