First Offense DUI in North Mississippi
February 19, 2008
North Mississippi DUI attorneys understand that if you are charged with DUI for the first time, you are probably concerned and worried about your future. Our Desoto County and Tunica County DUI lawyers realize that Driving Under the Influence is typically not a crime involving malice. Many individuals charged with DUI are not familiar with the criminal justice system. The Mississippi DUI laws and regulations are confusing and seem to change frequently.U
nder Mississippi law penalties for the first offense are a fine of $250 to $1,000, in addition to any city or municipal fines and court costs, and/or 48 hours in jail. At the court’s discretion, a Victim Impact Panel may be substituted for the 48 hours of jail time. In addition, the court usually requires the completion of an Alcohol Safety Education Program administered by the Mississippi Alcohol Safety Program. Finally, the court will suspend your license for a minimum of 90 days.
After the first offense, you can apply for a “hardship exception” to the license suspension. Obtaining this will permit you to drive (1) to work, (2) to attend school, and (3) to obtain medical care.
A first offense DUI violation is a Class A misdemeanor. The jail time depends upon the circumstances surrounding the conviction.
Contact a North Mississippi DUI lawyer to talk about the facts and circumstances surrounding your case. A DUI attorney can discuss different legal avenues applicable to you. Our North Mississippi attorneys handle DUI cases in Olive Branch, Tunica, Southaven, Horn Lake, Hernando, Oxford, Holly Springs and all of Desoto, Marshall, Tunica, Lafayette Counties.
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