Oklahoma DUI Penalties — Fines, Jail & Probation
Common consequences to discuss with counsel.
First offense §47-11-902
A first DUI/DWI in Oklahoma is classified as a misdemeanor.
- Jail: 10 days (or 240 hours community service) minimum to 1 year maximum
- Fine: $100 to $1,000
- License suspension: 180 days
- Substance abuse program: assessment and treatment program required
- Community service: 240 hours in lieu of minimum jail
- Probation: available
Second offense
- Jail: 1 year minimum to 5 years maximum
- Fine: $1,500 to $2,500
- License suspension: 1 year
Third and subsequent offenses
- Jail/prison: 1 year minimum to 10 years maximum
- Fine: $2,500 to $5,000
- License suspension: 3 years
- Felony threshold: second offense is a felony
Penalty comparison by offense tier
| Offense | Jail Range | Fine Range | License Suspension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First DUI/DWI | 10 days (or 240 hours community service)–1 year §47-11-902 | $100–$1,000 §47-11-902 | 180 days §47-11-902 | |
| Second DUI/DWI | 1 year–5 years §47-11-902 | $1,500–$2,500 §47-11-902 | 1 year §47-11-902 | |
| Third DUI/DWI | 1 year–10 years §47-11-902 | $2,500–$5,000 §47-11-902 | 3 years §47-11-902 |
Lookback period
Oklahoma uses a 10 years Lookback period to determine how prior offenses affect sentencing. Only DUI/DWI convictions within this window count toward the escalating penalty tiers.
Enhanced penalties for aggravating factors §47-11-902(C)
- BAC ≥ 0.15 (aggravated DUI — enhanced penalties)
- Prior DUI within 10 years
- Child under 18 in vehicle (Katie's Law)
- Driving without license or on revoked/suspended
What these penalties mean in practice
Mandatory minimums cannot be suspended or reduced by the judge — they must be served. Fines do not include surcharges, court costs, and program fees, which can substantially increase the total financial impact. License suspension affects employment, insurance rates, and daily logistics.
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Related guides
- 1st offense: 10 days (or 240 hours community service) to 1 year jail, $100-$1,000 fine, 180 days suspension
- 2nd offense: 1 year to 5 years jail, $1,500-$2,500 fine
- 3rd+ offense: 1 year to 10 years jail, $2,500-$5,000 fine
- Lookback period: 10 years