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The Oklahoma Aggravated DUI

The Oklahoma Aggravated DUI

Oklahoma law includes a criminal charge for aggravated driving under the influence, which carries additional penalties and fines to a standard DUI charge. You may be charged with an aggravated DUI if your breath or blood test shows a blood alcohol concentration of 0.15 or more. Like the standard DUI charge, aggravated DUI is a misdemeanor punishable by ten days to one year in jail for a first offense and a fine of up to $1,000 if the case is pursued in state court. 47 O.S. § 11-902(C). In addition, a person convicted of an aggravated DUI will be sentenced to...

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Oklahoma Diversion Programs

Oklahoma Diversion Programs

Oklahoma has some diversion programs available for first-time offenders that can reduce the amount of jail time to be served for a DUI. These programs may be required by the court as part of a deferred or suspended sentence. Diversion programs aim to help alcohol or drug offenders get treatment and keep people out of jail. They also reduce second offenses and saves the public money. However, failing to successfully complete a diversion program can result in adverse consequences such as jail time or a conviction being entered on your record. DUI offenders generally attend drug and alcohol counseling as part...

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