Wednesday, April 26, 2017

What are the consequences of teenage drunk driving?

The following are the consequences:

Punishment: The court may impose community service and fines of up to thousands of dollars. There may be license suspension for up to two years.

Jail time and probation: A teenage DUI conviction can result in up to one year in jail for first time offenders.Those who are caught drunk driving more than once, as well as those involved in a drunk driving accident, may receive a jail sentence ranging from a few days to several years. Sometimes, conviction can also result in probation for 3-5 years.

Social consequences:  DUI conviction must be disclosed by teenagers on all college applications. Although it may not prevent them from getting into college, it will certainly be a strike against them. In terms of employment, a prior conviction may sometimes sway an employer’s decision to hire them.

2 comments:

  1. I was driving home from office late one night. Another car hit my car, injuring me badly. Later I came to know that the car driver was drunk. When we contacted him, he told me that his insurance company would pay me for my damages. Should I hire an injury attorney to deal with the insurance company?

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    1. Yes, you would be well advised to do so. Our attorneys battle with insurance companies on a daily basis. We know what it takes to get you the compensation you deserve.

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