Washington DUI Laws

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

Like all other states in America, the BAC legal limit in Washington for individuals over 21 is .08%.  Washington 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 Washington is .04%.  Anyone found to have a BAC higher than these limits will be charged with DUI in the state of Washington.

Yes, Washington does have a enhanced or aggravated DUI charge if your BAC limit is over 0.15%

Washington 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 in the state o Washington.

Yes, it is a possibility that your vehicle could be confiscated if you are charged with a DUI offense in Washington.

Yes, license suspension or revocation will occur if you are convicted of DUI / DWI in Washington.  The duration of a suspension varies by the type of DUI offense in the state of Washington.

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

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

If you are convicted of DUI / DWI in Washington, your insurance could increase by $3,600 to $6,000.

Yes, If convicted of a DUI offense in Washington you may face 24 hours to a year in jail.