Oregon DUI Penalties — Fines, Jail & Probation
Common consequences to discuss with counsel.
First offense §813.010
A first DUII in Oregon is classified as a Class A misdemeanor (DUII).
- Jail: 48 hours (or 80 hours community service) minimum to 1 year maximum
- Fine: $1,000 to $6,250
- License suspension: 1 year (criminal court); 90 days (DMV — administrative)
- Substance abuse program: alcohol/drug treatment evaluation and recommended treatment
- Community service: 80 hours in lieu of 48-hour jail minimum
- Probation: available
Second offense
- Jail: 48 hours minimum to 1 year maximum
- Fine: $1,500 to $6,250
- License suspension: 3 years
Third and subsequent offenses
- Jail/prison: 90 days minimum to 5 years maximum
- Fine: $2,000 to $125,000
- License suspension: permanent revocation (with possible reinstatement after 10 years)
- Felony threshold: third offense within 10 years is a Class C felony
Penalty comparison by offense tier
| Offense | Jail Range | Fine Range | License Suspension | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First DUII | 48 hours (or 80 hours community service)–1 year §813.010 | $1,000–$6,250 §813.010 | 1 year (criminal court); 90 days (DMV — administrative) §813.010 | |
| Second DUII | 48 hours–1 year §813.010 | $1,500–$6,250 §813.010 | 3 years §813.010 | |
| Third DUII | 90 days–5 years §813.010 | $2,000–$125,000 §813.010 | permanent revocation (with possible reinstatement after 10 years) §813.010 |
Lookback period
Oregon uses a 10 years Lookback period to determine how prior offenses affect sentencing. Only DUII convictions within this window count toward the escalating penalty tiers.
Enhanced penalties for aggravating factors §813.010(1)(a)
- BAC ≥ 0.15 (enhanced penalties)
- Prior DUII within 10 years
- Child under 18 in vehicle
- Driving commercial vehicle
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: 48 hours (or 80 hours community service) to 1 year jail, $1,000-$6,250 fine, 1 year (criminal court); 90 days (DMV — administrative) suspension
- 2nd offense: 48 hours to 1 year jail, $1,500-$6,250 fine
- 3rd+ offense: 90 days to 5 years jail, $2,000-$125,000 fine
- Lookback period: 10 years