A DUI can be either a misdemeanor or felony offense depending on the specifics of the incident. For example, being charged with a DUI can become a felony if you do not have a valid driver’s license, if someone was hurt as the result of an accident or if you left the scene of an accident. Regardless of whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or felony DUI, you will face license suspensions or revocations, fines up to $2500 for misdemeanors and $25,000 for felony offense, alcohol/drug counseling, victim impact panels, required DUI related insurance (SR-22), having a breath device (BAIID) installed in your car before you can drive it, the possibility of criminal convictions or jail/prison sentences, the loss of your vehicle to impounding.
Because of the host of consequences one faces when arrested for a DUI, having a knowledgeable and capable DUI attorney on your side is vital. Contact DUI attorney Purav Bhatt to discuss your case at 773-791-9682.