Maine OUI Penalties for a First Offense

February 28, 2019

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Maine OUI Penalties for a First Offense

If you are charged with an OUI in Maine, it is important to have the right information about the possible sentencing. Below is a chart that highlights the penalties for a first offense OUI in Maine.

With No Aggravating Factors
License Suspension:
150 days
Conditional License (Zero Tolerance):
Minimum 1 year. A conditional license can be suspended for 1 year for any amount of alcohol and 2 years for a refusal to submit to a chemical test.
Jail:
No Mandatory Minimum
Minimum Fine:
$500
With Aggravating Factors
License Suspension:
150 days
Conditional License (Zero Tolerance):
Minimum 1 year.
Jail:
Minimum 48 hours
Minimum Fine:
$500
Aggravating Factors include:
  • BAC of .15% or higher
  • “Chemical Test Refusal” can be considered an aggravating factor at sentencing, after conviction of OUI, and could subject you to mandatory minimum period of incarceration.
  • Exceeding the speed limit by 30 MPH or more
  • Attempting to elude a police officer
  • Having a passenger under 21. There is an additional 275 day license suspension if transporting a passenger under 21.
Refusal of Chemical Test
License Suspension:
275 days. This license suspension is served in addition to any suspension imposed due to the criminal charge.
Conditional License (Zero Tolerance):
–
Jail:
Minimum 96 hours
Minimum Fine:
$600

As you can see, even for a first offense, you are facing a lengthy license suspension and in many cases, possible jail time. This is why it is in your best interest to obtain professional legal advice so you know your options.

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