DUI penalties actually escalate the more arrests you have.
First Time Offense
You're looking at jail time of up to 365 days and a fine of $2,500 plus mandatory fees in the state of Illinois.
Second Time or Repeat Offense
If this is your second repeated offense, we're talking about mandatory jail time, minimum 5 days community service and a fine up to $2,500.
Third Time Offense
Can be Class 2 Felony, which carries a possible sentence of 3-7 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections.