What Are the Penalties For A First Offense DUI?

November 6, 2009

If you are convicted of a first time DUI in Kentucky the possible penalties are: Imprisonment of 48 hours to 30 days or fine of $200.00 to $500.00 or both. If you are convicted of a first time DUI with Aggravating Circumstances in Kentucky the minimum jail time doubles.  However, a refusal on a first [...]

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What Are The Aggravating Circumstances In A Kentucky DUI?

November 6, 2009

What are all of the Aggravated Circumstances in Kentucky DUI law? There are six Aggravating Circumstances in Kentucky DUI cases.  They are:  1) A DUI that causes an accident resulting in serious bodily harm or death, 2) Speeding 30 miles or more over the speed limit, 3) Traveling the wrong way down a limited access [...]

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If I Am Involved In An Accident And Someone Is Hurt, Does that Make My DUI More Serious?

November 6, 2009

Yes.  How much more serious depends on how severely the other person was injured.  If the injuries are serious, the DUI penalties double.  Causing serious injury is considered an aggravating circumstance ina Kentucky DUI charge. If the person dies, Kentucky could charge a DUI with an aggravating circumstance and a reckless homicide.  Reckless homicide is [...]

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What If I Have My License Suspended For A DUI In Kentucky But Live in Another State?

November 6, 2009

If you are convicted of a DUI in Kentucky, whether its Florence, Newport, Covington, or any other city, and you’re not from Kentucky, there will be consequences in your home state. Because of reciprocity and the interstate compact, your home state will likely recognize the suspension and penalties that Kentucky has imposed for the DUI conviction. Typically, [...]

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