How Much Does a DUI Cost?

The Florida Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) places the average DUI cost at at least $8000 (an aggregate of legal fines, attorney’s fees, and auto insurance rate adjustments).

First DUI offenses in Florida generally result in fines of $500 to $1000.

Second DUI offenses can lead to $1000 to $2000 in fines.

Third DUI offenses result in fines of $2000 to $5000.

Additional requirements may incur fees, such as license suspension, mandatory participation in DUI classes, alcohol and drug treatment, use of the state ignition interlock device (IID), and imprisonment may also be applicable.

For more information, call the best criminal defense attorney in Polk County, Art Fulmer, ASAP. Even if you do not hire Mr. Fulmer to represent you, the legal advice he will provide during your consultation will give you an idea of what you are up against and help you plan for the future.