For first-time offenders and repeat DUI offenders, Alabama courts require you to install and maintain an ignition interlock device (IID) on your vehicle if:
- Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level was .08 or higher (repeat offenders only)
- You were involved in an injury type accident
- A child under 14 years old was in the vehicle
- You refused a breath test
You’re also required to pay for all costs associated with the IID, from installation, monthly lease payments, service fees to removal. You may also be required to attend a DUI or substance abuse court referral program. As a repeat DUI offender, your vehicle may be seized.
Please note for first-time offenders with a BAC level of .08 or higher but lower than .15, Ignition Interlock Device installation is voluntary, but will expedite the reinstatement process so you get your license faster. Please refer to this Alabama Ignition Interlock Reference Guide for a more comprehensive review of DUI offenses and their respective requirements, as well as Alabama’s post-conviction general process/procedure.
How to Get Your License Quickly in Alabama
How Much Does a DUI Cost in Alabama?
| DWI Offense | Jail Time | Fee | Suspended License Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| First | Up to 1 year | $600 to $2,100 | 90 days |
| Second | 2 days to 1 year | $1,100 to $5,100 | 1 year |
| Third | 60 days to 1 year | $2,100 to $10,100 | 3 years |
| Fourth | 365 days to 10 years | $4,100 to $10,100 | 5 years |
*Additional fees, jail time and suspension periods may apply.
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