Idaho DUI Laws

In the state of Idaho, driving under the influence is a crime that carries penalties as severe as prison time in the state penitentiary and more then $5,000 in fines. Idaho also has a zero tolerance policy for teens. If you are under 21 and you get caught driving under the influence, your license will be suspended immediately, no questions asked. You could lose your driving privileges for six months or more, depending on the case.

What is the blood alcohol concentration level (BAC) limit in the state of Idaho?

In the state of Idaho, it is a crime to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration level (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. If you get caught with a BAC of Sentence BAC of 0.15% or higher, the penalties increase.

In the state of Idaho what is the administrative license suspension period for a first offense?

In the state of Idaho, if you get arrested for DUI, the administrative license suspension time for a first offense is 3 months. Under administrative license suspension, the drivers’ license will be taken before conviction when he either fails or refuses to be tested for alcohol or drugs. During the 3 month revocation period, the driver may obtain a limited license for employment or health reasons only, usually after 30 days.

In the state of Idaho, what are the penalties for a first DUI offense? Second offense?

In the state of Idaho, a first DUI offense is considered a misdemeanor. You may be sentenced to up to 6 months in jail and your driver’s license will be suspended for no less than 30 days up to 5 months. You will also be fined up to $1,000. For second offenses, you may spend anywhere from 10 days to one year in jail, your driver’s license will be suspended for a minimum of one year after you have completed your jail sentence, and you will have to install an interlock system on your vehicle for up to one year after your license suspension ends. You will also be fined up to $2,000 and you cannot apply for restricted driving privileges during license suspension.

For third DUI offenses, you could receive anywhere from 30 days (minimum) up to 10 years in prison. You will be fined $5,000 and your license will be suspended for anywhere from 1-5 years after your prison term is complete. Third offenses require interlock for one year after your driving privileges have been reinstated.