Driving under the influence of an intoxicant or DUI in Tulsa OK can get you into serious trouble. It is difficult to resist that beer or glass of wine when out with friends or family, but there are good reasons to stay sober if you are driving a vehicle in Tulsa.
Repeat DUI in Tulsa OK offenses are especially serious.
What is DUI in Tulsa OK?
It is unlawful to operate a motor vehicle if your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is .08% or higher. Okla. Stat. tit. 47 § 11-902
There are many factors that can affect our reaction to alcohol, including the amount of food we have had, our emotional state, our level of hydration, etc. Sometimes, even one drink can impair our driving ability.
The law prohibits any combination or level of intoxicating substances that can affect driving.
Implied Consent
Oklahoma is a state of implied consent. The law states that if you drive within the state, you are deemed to have consented to submit to chemical testing if you are pulled over by law enforcement.
If you refuse testing when it is asked of you by a law enforcement officer, your license will be automatically revoked. Once revoked, it can be difficult to reinstate.
Third Offense Penalties Are Harsh
You know the saying: three strikes and you are out. Conviction of a third DUI offense within 10 years in Oklahoma becomes a felony conviction. A felony conviction in Oklahoma means that you will face jail time.
If convicted of a third DUI in Tulsa OK, you will not only be required to participate in court-ordered treatment at your own expense, but you may also be ordered to perform up to 480 hours of community service or be placed within the custody of the Department of Corrections for 1 to 20 years, depending upon the circumstances. In addition, you may be subject to a fine of up to $5,000. Okla. Stat. tit. 47 § 11-90
Your license may also be suspended for up to three years. And once your license is reinstated, you will most likely be required to have an ignition lock system installed in your vehicle, also at your own expense. This device will prevent you from driving if it detects alcohol on your breath.
Oklahoma is a Zero Tolerance State
Oklahoma has zero tolerance regarding alcohol and driving if you are under the age of 21. This means that you can be arrested if there is any trace of alcohol on your breath. Okla. Stat. tit. 47 § 11-906.4
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If you or someone you know has been accused of DUI in Tulsa OK, please contact a Tulsa DUI attorney to discuss your available legal options.
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