For first-time offenders and repeat offenders operating a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant (OVUII), please reference Hawaii’s Revised Statutes HRS 291E-61 Operating A Vehicle Under the Influence of An Intoxicant for important updates. You may also contact your attorney for more information. You may face OVUII penalties if:
- Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level was .08 or higher
- You were under the influence of a sufficient amount of alcohol that impaired your normal mental faculties, or ability to care for your passengers and protect against casualties
- You were under the influence of any drug that impaired your ability to carefully operate a vehicle
Courts may require Ignition Interlock Devices (IID) for OVUII offenders needing to drive during the time that their license is revoked. Otherwise, Hawaii’s IID program is voluntary. If you choose to participate in the IID program, you are required to pay for all costs associated with the IID, from installation, monthly lease payments, and service fees to removal. Ignition interlocks may be purchased at a reduced cost for indigent offenders. To learn if you qualify for any discounts, please contact Smart Start Hawaii’s corporate office at (808) 695-2416. You may also be required to attend a substance abuse education class and/or undergo treatment as well as complete community service and pay all fines and fees.
Get Your Interlock Permit Quickly in Hawaii
Please note that you must have a HI issued state ID along with an Ignition Interlock Permit (IIP) and the IID installed in the car in order to drive legally during the revocation period. After your revocation period is satisfied, you can apply for relicensing.
- Serve your jail time (if applicable).
- Schedule an appointment to have your Ignition Interlock Device installed with an approved Smart Start interlock service provider by calling (866) 213-5059. If you choose to drive during your license revocation period, you must have the IID installed first before you apply for the IID Permit.
- Contact your insurance provider for proof of financial responsibility such as an SR-22 certificate. You’ll need to provide proof of insurance when you apply for your IID permit.
- Apply for your IID permit with the Administrative Driver’s License Revocation Office (ADLRO). You’ll need to submit the following to the ADLRO: proof of insurance, IIP application form, and IID lease agreement.
- Study the Hawaii Driver’s Manual in order to retest and pass the driving skills and knowledge tests after you have satisfied the revocation period.
- Complete all substance abuse education classes and/or treatment programs (if applicable).
- Pay all fines and complete your driver’s license application per the reinstatement requirement.
- Complete any pending court regulations. The ADLRO will issue a clearance form that you can bring to the DMV to apply for relicensing.
How Much Does an OVUII Cost in Hawaii?
| OVUII Offense | Jail Time | Fee *IID fees not included | Suspended License Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| First | 48 hours to 5 days | $250 to $1,000 | 1 year |
| Second | 5 to 30 days | $1000 to $3,00 | 24 months to 3 years |
| Third or subsequent offense | 5 years or 5 year probation | $2,000 to $5,000 | 3 to 5 years |
*Additional fees, jail time, and suspension periods may apply.
For additional information and resources to help you regain your license in Hawaii, refer to these links: