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DUI Attorneys > Washington DUI Facts > Penalty Chart
Penalty Chart
DUI Penalties in Washington State if you had ...
  • test result under .15% or no breath test (but not a refusal)
  • no prior offenses in the last 7 years
Administrative Penalties Criminal Penalties
  • If breath/blood test results over .08%
  • 90 day license suspension for first
    offense within seven years.
  • No occupational license for first 30 days.
  • Two year license revocation if second or subsequent administrative action within
    seven years.
  • SR-22 insurance (high risk) for three
    years after reinstatement.
  • $150 reissue fee.
You must take action within 30 days!
  • $825 minimum fine; $5000 maximum.
  • 90 day license suspension (concurrent with any administrative suspension).
  • SR-22 insurance (high risk) for 3 years following reinstatement.
  • Alcohol abuse evaluation. Up to two years of treatment.
  • Ignition interlock for one year, and pay the costs.
  • Up to five years of monitored probation, and pay the cost.
  • Probationary license for 5 years following reinstatement.
  • Exclusion from Canada.


Where there has been a prior offense* within seven years, use the chart below to determine the mandatory minimums:

Blood/Breath Test Result:
Prior Offenses* (in last seven years):
*(For DUI, or for reckless driving, negligent driving first degree or reckless driving if originally charged as a DUI or for a prior deferred prosecution, or for a prior conviction for Vehicular homicide or vehicular assault)