Idaho DUI Laws

A first time DUI conviction in Idaho can cost  between $8,000 – $11,000.

Like all other states in America, the BAC legal limit in Idaho for individuals over 21 is .08%.  Idaho does have a zero-tolerance law meaning anyone under the age of 21 will be charged with DUI for a BAC greater than .02%.  The commercial BAC limit in Idaho is .04%.  Anyone found to have a BAC higher than these limits will be charged with DUI in the state of Idaho.

If you’ve been arrested for DUI / DWI in Idaho, the first thing you should do is talk with an experienced Idaho DUI lawyer!  Idaho DUI laws are complex and an experienced Idaho DUI lawyer will be able to negotiate the best possible outcome.  Call 1.855.700.0754 for a FREE Idaho DUI consultation with a local DUI lawyer.

Yes, definitely.  If you are convicted of DUI / DUII in Idaho, your insurance could increase by $3,600 to $6,000.

Yes, Idaho does have a enhanced or aggravated DUI penalty if your BAC is over .20%

Idaho DUI laws include “implied consent”, which means you are required to submit to field sobriety tests or chemical testing, or you will face serious consequences.  On the 1st refusal you will face a 90-180 days license suspension, the 2nd and 3rd refusal will result in a 1-5 year license suspension.   

Yes, Idaho DUI laws require the use of ignition interlock devices upon a DUI conviction.

If convicted of a DUI offense in Idaho, it is possible your vehicle will confiscated.

Yes, license suspension or revocation will occur if you are convicted of DUI / DUII in Idaho.  The duration of a suspension varies by the type of DUI offense in Idaho.  A first time DUI / DUII offense in Idaho requires 90 to 180 days suspension, second DUI / DUII offense is a one year suspension, and a third DUI / DUII offense is a one to five year suspension.