What Does DUI Probation Entail?

If you were convicted of a DUI and received probation, it is better than spending time in jail. DUI probation is designed to punish and rehabilitate DUI offenders. Probation will involve a set of rules, which is laid out by the persons involved in the judiciary system. The rules are to be followed strictly; otherwise jail time may be implemented for the offender.

DUI Crimes

First time offenders who are underage drinking, persons convicted of public intoxication or persons convicted of a DUI, may receive probation instead of jail time. DUI's are given to those who are over the legal drinking limit, which varies by state.

Probation and Treatment

While on probation, you must adhere 100% of the time to the guidelines that were set in place for the probation. Fines and community service work may be involved. Fines may range in the amount of $50 to $1,000 depending on the crime committed or the state you are in. In some cases, your driver's license may be revoked for the length of the probation period or longer.

Admittance and proven attendance to a Alcoholics Anonymous class or alcoholic treatment program may be required. You may be assigned a probation officer during the probation period. The probation officer will require you to check in with them during specific times or they may make surprise visits to your home or workplace. For repeat offenders or offenders with extremely high blood alcohol level readings (at the time of the crime), may be ordered to have an ignition interlock device installed in their vehicle. This device will disable the vehicle if the driver's blood alcohol content is over the legal limit. The results of the test are downloaded and the information is provided to the probation officer. Another device that may be required while on probation is the electronic monitoring device. This device is worn on the body of the accused and the probation officer monitors the location of the accused.