Question 1

What Constitutes A DUI?

Accepted Answer

When someone gets behind the wheel when they are intoxicated, it adds a whole new level of danger for both themselves and others. When someone makes the decision to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol, there are serious consequences including fines, suspension of your driver’s license, or even jail time.

Question 2

What Constitutes “Under the Influence” for a DUI in OK?

Accepted Answer

According to §47-11-902 of Oklahoma’s Title 47, someone is considered to be under the influence if any of the following three conditions is met:They are over the age of 21 but have above the maximum legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC), which is 0.08;They are under the age of 21 and have any drugs or alcohol in their systemThey have taken a Schedule I drug and/or narcotic.

Question 3

What Is Considered “Driving?”

Accepted Answer

Although we know what being under the influence means, it is also important to understand what it means to be “driving.” In Oklahoma, someone is considered to be “driving” for the purposes of a DUI if they are “in actual physical control” of a vehicle.This means that not only is it illegal to actually be driving a vehicle while intoxicated but also to be behind the wheel with the car keys in the ignition or in your hand, even if the car is not yet turned on. This means that someone is charged with DUI if caught while driving, and they can also be charged before or after driving under the influence.

Question 4

What Are the Consequences for a DUI in OK?

Accepted Answer

There are a variety of consequences for a DUI conviction. Although a DUI is considered to be a misdemeanor the first time that you are convicted, after that, each subsequent DUI within 10 years of the first is considered a felony. This could mean the difference between spending less than one year in jail and a minimum of one year in jail. A fine for a first offense starts at $1,000 and collects interest so long as the fine remains unpaid. Not paying all together can end up in jail time.

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